Very Good
#2810 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 33% in state
Southwest Prep Northwest EL
Elementary School · SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL
6535 CULEBRA RD, San Antonio, TX 78238
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,810 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#93 of 516
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Southwest Prep Northwest EL
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About Southwest Prep Northwest EL
Southwest Prep Northwest EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL. Southwest Prep Northwest EL serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Prep Northwest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,810 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Prep Northwest EL show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, Southwest Prep Northwest EL 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 Southwest Prep Northwest EL 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 Prep Northwest EL 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
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Southwest Prep Northwest EL — Students at Southwest Prep Northwest EL score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Southwest Prep Northwest EL Compares
See how Southwest Prep Northwest EL 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
6535 CULEBRA RD, San Antonio, TX 78238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Prep Northwest EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JUBILEE WESTWOOD (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SST DISCOVERY (rated 6.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL-NORTHWEST San Antonio | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| LINTON EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| HOLMES H S San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ROSS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ESPARZA EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO INGRAM Lewisville | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| MARTIN EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 2.4 |
| PASSMORE EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| JUBILEE SCHOOL OF INNOVATION AND ARTS San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| JUBILEE WESTWOOD San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| POWELL EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| IDEA INGRAM HILLS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| THE GATHERING PLACE San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| JONES MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| VILLARREAL EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| L B JOHNSON EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| SST DISCOVERY San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LEON VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CARLOS COON EL San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,227
Median Home Value
$191,300
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
26,250
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MOUNT ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 7.2 |
| NEW TERRITORY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land, TX | 7.2 |
| NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY MANSFIELD EAST Arlington, TX | 7.2 |
| THE KESSLER SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 7.2 |
| CROWN OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Colleyville, TX | 7.3 |
| EPIPHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston, TX | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Prep Northwest EL
What grades does Southwest Prep Northwest EL serve?
Southwest Prep Northwest EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Southwest Prep Northwest EL?
Southwest Prep Northwest EL has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Prep Northwest EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Prep Northwest EL is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Prep Northwest EL rank in TX?
Southwest Prep Northwest EL ranks #2,810 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Southwest Prep Northwest EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Prep Northwest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Southwest Prep Northwest EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Prep Northwest EL has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Southwest Prep Northwest EL a charter school?
Yes, Southwest Prep Northwest EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Southwest Prep Northwest EL a Title I school?
No, Southwest Prep Northwest EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Prep Northwest EL?
85.9% of students at Southwest Prep Northwest EL 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 85
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (210) 432-2634
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 792
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,295
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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