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#5881 of 8,552 schools in TX
Southwest Legacy H S
High School · SOUTHWEST ISD
11914 DRAGON LN, San Antonio, TX 78252
Enrollment
2,132
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,132
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,881 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#238 of 516
public schools
In district
#13 of 18
SOUTHWEST ISD
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Southwest Legacy H S
Southwest Legacy H S is a public high school in San Antonio, TX, part of SOUTHWEST ISD. Southwest Legacy H S serves approximately 2,132 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Legacy H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,881 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Legacy H S show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Southwest Legacy H S is a large school: 2,132 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Southwest Legacy 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.
Southwest Legacy H S sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Southwest Legacy H S — Students at Southwest Legacy H S score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Southwest Legacy H S Compares
See how Southwest Legacy 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
11914 DRAGON LN, San Antonio, TX 78252
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Legacy H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CAST STEM H S (rated 7.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANK L MADLA EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 6.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA BRACKENRIDGE COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 5.5/10, 4.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUDITH A RESNIK MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| SPICEWOOD PARK EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| BOB HOPE EL San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| HIDDEN COVE STEAM ACADEMY San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| SKY HARBOUR EL San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| SHARON CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE San Antonio | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| FRANK L MADLA EARLY COLLEGE H S San Antonio | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PALO ALTO EL San Antonio | 3.3 mi | 3.1 |
| ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL San Antonio | 3.3 mi | — |
| CAST STEM H S San Antonio | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| INDIAN CREEK EL San Antonio | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ROY BENAVIDEZ EL San Antonio | 3.8 mi | 3.9 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| IDEA BRACKENRIDGE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| MEDIO CREEK EL San Antonio | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| ALAN B SHEPARD MIDDLE San Antonio | 4.1 mi | 3.4 |
| ROBERT C ZAMORA MIDDLE San Antonio | 3.9 mi | 4.3 |
| SOUTH SAN ANTONIO H S - WEST CAMPUS San Antonio | 4.2 mi | 5.2 |
| GREG A GARCIA EARLY COLLEGE INT San Antonio | 3.8 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTH SAN ANTONIO H S San Antonio | 4.4 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78252 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,635
Median Home Value
$242,000
Median Rent
$1,825/mo
Population
18,256
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
30.5
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| BENBROOK MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Fort Worth, TX | 5.4 |
| DESOTO H S Desoto, TX | 5.4 |
| TURNER H S Carrollton, TX | 5.4 |
| VETERANS MEMORIAL H S San Antonio, TX | 5.4 |
| CHAPIN H S El Paso, TX | 5.5 |
| DAVENPORT H S New Braunfels, TX | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Legacy H S
What grades does Southwest Legacy H S serve?
Southwest Legacy H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Southwest Legacy H S?
Southwest Legacy H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,132 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Legacy H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Legacy H S is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Legacy H S rank in TX?
Southwest Legacy H S ranks #5,881 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Southwest Legacy H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Legacy H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Southwest Legacy H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Legacy H S has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Southwest Legacy H S a charter school?
No, Southwest Legacy H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Legacy H S a Title I school?
No, Southwest Legacy H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Legacy H S?
89.6% of students at Southwest Legacy 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
- 2,132
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 120
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.8%
- Phone
- (210) 623-6539
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHWEST ISD- District Enrollment
- 14,202
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,119
- District Rank
- #13 of 18
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