Below Average
#7264 of 8,552 schools in TX
South San Antonio H S
High School · SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD
2515 NAVAJO, San Antonio, TX 78224
Enrollment
1,666
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,666
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,264 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#358 of 516
public schools
In district
#4 of 13
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD
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South San Antonio H S
High School in San Antonio · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South San Antonio H S
South San Antonio H S is a public high school in San Antonio, TX, part of SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD. South San Antonio H S serves approximately 1,666 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. South San Antonio H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,264 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for South San Antonio H S show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at South San Antonio H S 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.
46% of students at South San Antonio H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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South San Antonio H S — Students at South San Antonio H S score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.3/10.
How South San Antonio H S Compares
See how South San Antonio H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2515 NAVAJO, San Antonio, TX 78224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South San Antonio H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CAST STEM H S (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANK L MADLA EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA EWING HALSELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA EWING HALSELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| IDEA EWING HALSELL ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ROY BENAVIDEZ EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ROBERT C ZAMORA MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| PRICE EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| HUTCHINS EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| MIGUEL CARRILLO JR EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| PALO ALTO EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| DWIGHT MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | — |
| CAST STEM H S San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| FRANK L MADLA EARLY COLLEGE H S San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| VESTAL EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| BOB HOPE EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| COLLIER EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| PRELUDE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| GREG A GARCIA EARLY COLLEGE INT San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| A LEAL JR MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| GILLETTE EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,965
Median Home Value
$138,800
Median Rent
$1,132/mo
Population
20,671
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
29.4
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| BREWER H S Fort Worth, TX | 4.3 |
| BURBANK H S San Antonio, TX | 4.3 |
| EAST VIEW H S Georgetown, TX | 4.3 |
| EDISON H S San Antonio, TX | 4.3 |
| FURR H S Houston, TX | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South San Antonio H S
What grades does South San Antonio H S serve?
South San Antonio H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend South San Antonio H S?
South San Antonio H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,666 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South San Antonio H S?
The student-teacher ratio at South San Antonio H S is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South San Antonio H S rank in TX?
South San Antonio H S ranks #7,264 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is South San Antonio H S's MySchoolScout rating?
South San Antonio H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 South San Antonio H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South San Antonio H S has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is South San Antonio H S a charter school?
No, South San Antonio H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South San Antonio H S a Title I school?
No, South San Antonio H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South San Antonio H S?
88.5% of students at South San Antonio H S 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,666
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 94
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (210) 977-7400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80.0%
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,429
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,023
- District Rank
- #4 of 13
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