Excellent
#6 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 1% of private schools
Southwest Texas High School
High School
2800 HWY AIRPORT BLVD, San Marcos, TX 78666
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#6 of 883
In San Marcos
#1 of 5
public schools
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Southwest Texas High School
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About Southwest Texas High School
Southwest Texas High School is a private high school in San Marcos, TX. Southwest Texas High School serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Texas High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 101 students, Southwest Texas High School 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.
At 4.2:1 students to teachers, Southwest Texas High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Southwest Texas High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Southwest Texas High School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in San Marcos, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Southwest Texas High School (this school) | 8.8 |
| KI CHARTER ACADEMY | 6.7 |
| GOODNIGHT MIDDLE | 3.8 |
| HAYS INSPIRE ACADEMY | — |
| MILLER MIDDLE | 6.8 |
| SAN MARCOS H S | 3.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2800 HWY AIRPORT BLVD, San Marcos, TX 78666
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Texas High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BLANCO VISTA EL (rated 7.6/10, 4.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is CROCKETT EL (rated 7.1/10, 5.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, TOBIAS EL (rated 7.0/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Kyle), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Marcos, see our San Marcos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL San Marcos | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| TRAVIS EL San Marcos | 3.1 mi | 3.1 |
| KI CHARTER ACADEMY San Marcos | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| BLANCO VISTA EL San Marcos | 4.5 mi | 7.6 |
| DEZAVALA EL San Marcos | 4.1 mi | 3.7 |
| BONHAM PRE-K SCHOOL San Marcos | 4.1 mi | 3.8 |
| GOODNIGHT MIDDLE San Marcos | 4.2 mi | 3.8 |
| HEMPHILL EL Kyle | 5.0 mi | 6.5 |
| D J RED SIMON MIDDLE Kyle | 5.0 mi | 3.9 |
| MENDEZ EL San Marcos | 4.8 mi | 4.7 |
| ADVENT RIDGE ACADEMY San Marcos | 5.2 mi | 6.2 |
| CROCKETT EL San Marcos | 5.2 mi | 7.1 |
| HAYS INSPIRE ACADEMY San Marcos | 5.6 mi | — |
| TOBIAS EL Kyle | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| BOWIE EL San Marcos | 6.0 mi | 3.2 |
| HERNANDEZ EL San Marcos | 5.8 mi | 6.7 |
| SAN MARCOS H S San Marcos | 6.2 mi | 3.4 |
| WONDERLAND SCHOOL San Marcos | 5.9 mi | 6.2 |
| MILLER MIDDLE San Marcos | 6.1 mi | 6.8 |
| KYLE EL Kyle | 7.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78666 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,478
Median Home Value
$271,900
Median Rent
$1,294/mo
Population
87,775
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
38.4%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
27
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LUTHERAN HIGH NORTH Houston, TX | 8.8 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC FRAGA Houston, TX | 8.8 |
| MANARA LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Irving, TX | 8.9 |
| ASPERMONT H S Aspermont, TX | 8.7 |
| MENARD H S Menard, TX | 8.7 |
| HAPPY H S Happy, TX | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Texas High School
What grades does Southwest Texas High School serve?
Southwest Texas High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Southwest Texas High School?
Southwest Texas High School has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Texas High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Texas High School is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Southwest Texas High School rank in TX?
Southwest Texas High School ranks #6 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Southwest Texas High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Texas High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southwest Texas High School a private school?
Yes, Southwest Texas High School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Southwest Texas High School a religious school?
Southwest Texas High School has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 101
- Gender Split
- 71% M / 29% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Caldwell County
- Phone
- (512) 396-6448
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