Excellent
#1117 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 13% in state
Sst Hill Country
Elementary School · SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERY
5300 WURZBACH RD STE 800, San Antonio, TX 78238
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,117 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#31 of 516
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERY
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Sst Hill Country
Sst Hill Country is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERY. Sst Hill Country serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sst Hill Country has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,117 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sst Hill Country show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sst Hill Country 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 Hill Country — Students at Sst Hill Country score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How Sst Hill Country Compares
See how Sst Hill Country 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 Hill Country may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FIELDS EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BRAUN STATION EL (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, KRUEGER EL (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRAUCHLE EL San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| NICHOLS EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| KRUEGER EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTHWEST CROSSING EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| BURKE EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BRAUN STATION EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| STEVENSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| CARSON EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| WARD EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| KIDS R KIDS NO. 57 LIBERTY FIELD San Antonio | 1.7 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SCENIC HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| FERNANDEZ EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE HELOTES Helotes | 2.1 mi | — |
| FIELDS EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| KUENTZ EL Helotes | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ANNE FRANK INSPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| O'CONNOR H S Helotes | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| KNOWLTON EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
| ZACHRY MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
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 Hill Country
What grades does Sst Hill Country serve?
Sst Hill Country serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Sst Hill Country?
Sst Hill Country has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sst Hill Country?
The student-teacher ratio at Sst Hill Country is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sst Hill Country rank in TX?
Sst Hill Country ranks #1,117 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sst Hill Country's MySchoolScout rating?
Sst Hill Country has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Sst Hill Country?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sst Hill Country has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Sst Hill Country a charter school?
Yes, Sst Hill Country is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Sst Hill Country a Title I school?
No, Sst Hill Country is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sst Hill Country?
48.9% of students at Sst Hill Country 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 – 7th
- Enrollment
- 609
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (210) 688-9758
Resources & Links
District
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERY- District Enrollment
- 5,967
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,913
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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