Excellent
#183 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 2% in state
Sst Advancement
Elementary School · SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERY
5300 WURZBACH RD STE 800, San Antonio, TX 78238
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#183 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#4 of 516
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERY
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Sst Advancement
Sst Advancement is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERY. Sst Advancement serves approximately 630 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Sst Advancement has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #183 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sst Advancement show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sst Advancement 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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Sst Advancement — Students at Sst Advancement score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 16 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: 9.6/10.
How Sst Advancement Compares
See how Sst Advancement 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
5300 WURZBACH RD STE 800, San Antonio, TX 78238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sst Advancement may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAHANAY EL (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Houston), a more accessible option. Another option is ALIEF MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Houston), a more accessible option. Additionally, SHADOWBRIAR EL (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Houston), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAHANAY EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ELSIK H S Houston | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| HEFLIN EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| HASTINGS H S Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| YOUENS EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| ALIEF MIDDLE Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| BUDEWIG INT Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| OUTLEY EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| VAN HOUSTON ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ALIEF MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| KILLOUGH MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| LIESTMAN EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| O'DONNELL MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| HEARNE EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| KING'S ACADEMY Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| KATY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | — |
| DEDRE' & ELLA JEFFERSON EARLY LEARNING CENTER Houston | 1.6 mi | — |
| SHADOWBRIAR EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| LA MATERNELLE FRENCH ACADEMY Houston | 1.8 mi | — |
| ALEXANDER EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sst Advancement
What grades does Sst Advancement serve?
Sst Advancement serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sst Advancement?
Sst Advancement has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sst Advancement?
The student-teacher ratio at Sst Advancement is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sst Advancement rank in TX?
Sst Advancement ranks #183 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sst Advancement's MySchoolScout rating?
Sst Advancement has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Sst Advancement?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sst Advancement has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Sst Advancement a charter school?
Yes, Sst Advancement is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Sst Advancement a Title I school?
No, Sst Advancement is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sst Advancement?
89.5% of students at Sst Advancement 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 630
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (832) 288-2523
Resources & Links
District
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERY- District Enrollment
- 5,967
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,913
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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