Average
#6187 of 8,552 schools in TX
South San Antonio H S - West Campus
High School · SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD
5622 RAY ELLISON BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78242
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,187 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#264 of 516
public schools
In district
#1 of 13
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About South San Antonio H S - West Campus
South San Antonio H S - West Campus is a public high school in San Antonio, TX, part of SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD. South San Antonio H S - West Campus serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. South San Antonio H S - West Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,187 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for South San Antonio H S - West Campus show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at South San Antonio H S - West Campus 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.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, South San Antonio H S - West Campus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
50% of students at South San Antonio H S - West Campus 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 - West Campus — Students at South San Antonio H S - West Campus score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How South San Antonio H S - West Campus Compares
See how South San Antonio H S - West Campus 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
5622 RAY ELLISON BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South San Antonio H S - West Campus may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA BRACKENRIDGE COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 5.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALAN B SHEPARD MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 3.4 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| FIVE PALMS EL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| INDIAN CREEK EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| NEIL ARMSTRONG EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| FRANK MADLA EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| SKY HARBOUR EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| HIDDEN COVE STEAM ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| LACKLAND EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MEDIO CREEK EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| SUN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| VALLEY HI EL San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| RAYBURN MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| ALLEN EL San Antonio | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HYBRID San Antonio | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| MIGUEL CARRILLO JR EL San Antonio | 3.2 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,979
Median Home Value
$128,500
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
35,976
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
29
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South San Antonio H S - West Campus
What grades does South San Antonio H S - West Campus serve?
South San Antonio H S - West Campus serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend South San Antonio H S - West Campus?
South San Antonio H S - West Campus has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South San Antonio H S - West Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at South San Antonio H S - West Campus is 9.4:1. 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 - West Campus rank in TX?
South San Antonio H S - West Campus ranks #6,187 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is South San Antonio H S - West Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
South San Antonio H S - West Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 South San Antonio H S - West Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South San Antonio H S - West Campus has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is South San Antonio H S - West Campus a charter school?
No, South San Antonio H S - West Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South San Antonio H S - West Campus a Title I school?
No, South San Antonio H S - West Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South San Antonio H S - West Campus?
92.9% of students at South San Antonio H S - West Campus 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
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.5%
- Phone
- (210) 977-7000
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,429
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,023
- District Rank
- #1 of 13
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