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Somerset Academy Lone Star

Elementary School · SOMERSET ACADEMIES OF TEXAS

25 BURWOOD LN, San Antonio, TX 78216

Charter

Enrollment

173

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,488 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#148 of 516

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

SOMERSET ACADEMIES OF TEXAS

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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6.2/10

Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Somerset Academy Lone Star

Somerset Academy Lone Star is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SOMERSET ACADEMIES OF TEXAS. Somerset Academy Lone Star serves approximately 173 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Somerset Academy Lone Star has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,488 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Somerset Academy Lone Star show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 173 students, Somerset Academy Lone Star is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Somerset Academy Lone Star sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Somerset Academy Lone Star is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.52 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-19.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,021
Chronic Absenteeism26.6%

Somerset Academy Lone Star — Students at Somerset Academy Lone Star score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 37.8% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 20 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2019
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
54.2%
2024
Math
24%
ELA
41%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.

How Somerset Academy Lone Star Compares

See how Somerset Academy Lone Star performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in TX
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

25 BURWOOD LN, San Antonio, TX 78216

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Somerset Academy Lone Star may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OLMOS EL (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIDGEVIEW EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DISCOVERY SCHOOL OF SAN ANTONIO, INC (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
NIMITZ MIDDLE San Antonio 0.5 mi 6.0
OLMOS EL San Antonio 0.6 mi 8.7
LEGACY TRADITIONAL - BASSE PRI San Antonio 0.7 mi 2.2
LEGACY TRADITIONAL- BASSE SECONDARY San Antonio 0.7 mi 4.3
BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio 0.8 mi 6.2
MOUNT SACRED HEART SCHOOL San Antonio 0.9 mi 6.1
NEAL EL San Antonio 0.9 mi 5.1
LEGACY OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE H S San Antonio 1.1 mi 5.2
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF AMERICA San Antonio 1.1 mi 9.3
RISE INSPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio 1.3 mi
JACKSON-KELLER EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 5.7
WILSON EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 5.5
STEPPING STONES ACADEMY Boerne 1.3 mi
ROGERS ACADEMY San Antonio 1.5 mi 2.6
PRE-K ACADEMY AT WEST AVENUE San Antonio 1.4 mi 5.0
RIDGEVIEW EL San Antonio 1.5 mi 7.3
EDISON H S San Antonio 1.5 mi 4.3
ALTER H S San Antonio 1.5 mi 5.3
ALTER MIDDLE San Antonio 1.5 mi 6.4
DISCOVERY SCHOOL OF SAN ANTONIO, INC San Antonio 1.4 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,488

Median Home Value

$281,700

Median Rent

$1,211/mo

Population

42,044

College Educated

34.4%

Homeownership

34.1%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

35.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio, TX 6.2
BRIDGEWAY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Dallas, TX 6.2
CROWLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX 6.2
FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS EL Fort Worth, TX 6.2
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY-ONLINE Lewisville, TX 6.2
GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Garland, TX 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Somerset Academy Lone Star

What grades does Somerset Academy Lone Star serve?

Somerset Academy Lone Star serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Somerset Academy Lone Star?

Somerset Academy Lone Star has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Somerset Academy Lone Star?

The student-teacher ratio at Somerset Academy Lone Star is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Somerset Academy Lone Star rank in TX?

Somerset Academy Lone Star ranks #4,488 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Somerset Academy Lone Star's MySchoolScout rating?

Somerset Academy Lone Star has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Somerset Academy Lone Star?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Somerset Academy Lone Star has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

Is Somerset Academy Lone Star a charter school?

Yes, Somerset Academy Lone Star is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Somerset Academy Lone Star a Title I school?

No, Somerset Academy Lone Star is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Somerset Academy Lone Star?

83.2% of students at Somerset Academy Lone Star qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

District

SOMERSET ACADEMIES OF TEXAS
District Enrollment
2,817
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,021
District Rank
#2 of 4

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