Below Average
#7069 of 8,552 schools in TX
Sst Schertz
Elementary School · SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
5300 WURZBACH RD STE 800, San Antonio, TX 78238
Enrollment
859
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
859
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,069 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#341 of 516
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Sst Schertz
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About Sst Schertz
Sst Schertz is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY. Sst Schertz serves approximately 859 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sst Schertz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #7,069 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sst Schertz show 47% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 7.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sst Schertz 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 Schertz — Students at Sst Schertz score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 3 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: 1.2/10.
How Sst Schertz Compares
See how Sst Schertz 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 Schertz may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GARDEN RIDGE EL (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby New Braunfels), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Selma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORMA J PASCHAL EL (rated 6.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Schertz), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COMAL CREEK EL New Braunfels | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| JOHN A SIPPEL EL Schertz | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| DANVILLE MIDDLE New Braunfels | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ELAINE S SCHLATHER INT Cibolo | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| CIBOLO VALLEY EL Cibolo | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL New Braunfels | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| LEGACY TRADITIONAL SCHOOL - CIBOLO Cibolo | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| GREEN VALLEY EL Schertz | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| BARBARA JORDAN INT Cibolo | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| WATTS EL Cibolo | 3.2 mi | 4.0 |
| WIEDERSTEIN EL Cibolo | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| LAURA INGALLS WILDER INT Schertz | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| DOBIE J H Cibolo | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| BYRON P STEELE II H S Schertz | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| NORMA J PASCHAL EL Schertz | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| GARDEN RIDGE EL New Braunfels | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| SAMUEL CLEMENS H S Schertz | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SCHERTZ EL Schertz | 4.7 mi | 4.3 |
| DAVENPORT H S New Braunfels | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Selma | 4.6 mi | 6.6 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sst Schertz
What grades does Sst Schertz serve?
Sst Schertz serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Sst Schertz?
Sst Schertz has an enrollment of approximately 859 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sst Schertz?
The student-teacher ratio at Sst Schertz is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sst Schertz rank in TX?
Sst Schertz ranks #7,069 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sst Schertz's MySchoolScout rating?
Sst Schertz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Schertz?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sst Schertz has 47% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Sst Schertz a charter school?
Yes, Sst Schertz is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Sst Schertz a Title I school?
No, Sst Schertz is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sst Schertz?
37.6% of students at Sst Schertz 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
- 859
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Comal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.2%
- Phone
- (830) 215-9500
Resources & Links
District
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY- District Enrollment
- 5,053
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,599
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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