Average
#3520 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 41% in state
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest
High School · SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL
6535 CULEBRA RD, San Antonio, TX 78238
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,520 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#112 of 516
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Southwest Preparatory School-northwest
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About Southwest Preparatory School-northwest
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest is a public high school in San Antonio, TX, part of SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL. Southwest Preparatory School-northwest serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Preparatory School-northwest has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,520 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Preparatory School-northwest show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, Southwest Preparatory School-northwest 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 Preparatory School-northwest 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 Preparatory School-northwest 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 Preparatory School-northwest — Students at Southwest Preparatory School-northwest score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 7.7/10.
How Southwest Preparatory School-northwest Compares
See how Southwest Preparatory School-northwest 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 Preparatory School-northwest may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO INGRAM (rated 5.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lewisville), a more accessible option. Additionally, HOLMES H S (rated 5.2/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHWEST PREP NORTHWEST EL San Antonio | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| 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
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| CEDARS ACADEMY NEXT GENERATION H S AT HIGHLAND Austin, TX | 6.8 |
| TAHOKA H S Tahoka, TX | 6.8 |
| TEXAS EARLY COLLEGE H S Marshall, TX | 6.8 |
| BENAVIDES SECONDARY Benavides, TX | 6.7 |
| CHINQUAPIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Highlands, TX | 6.7 |
| WOODSON CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE Abilene, TX | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Preparatory School-northwest
What grades does Southwest Preparatory School-northwest serve?
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Southwest Preparatory School-northwest?
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Preparatory School-northwest?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Preparatory School-northwest is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Preparatory School-northwest rank in TX?
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest ranks #3,520 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Southwest Preparatory School-northwest's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Preparatory School-northwest has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Preparatory School-northwest?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Preparatory School-northwest has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southwest Preparatory School-northwest a charter school?
Yes, Southwest Preparatory School-northwest is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Southwest Preparatory School-northwest a Title I school?
No, Southwest Preparatory School-northwest is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Preparatory School-northwest?
76.5% of students at Southwest Preparatory School-northwest qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 136
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (210) 432-2634
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 792
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,295
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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