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#1600 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 19% in state

Sst Spring

Elementary School · SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

5300 WURZBACH RD STE 800, San Antonio, TX 78238

Charter

Enrollment

833

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,600 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#45 of 516

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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7.9/10

Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sst Spring

Sst Spring is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY. Sst Spring serves approximately 833 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sst Spring has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,600 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Sst Spring show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Sst Spring 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+6.29 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2024
TrendImproving
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,599
Chronic Absenteeism21.8%

Sst Spring — Students at Sst Spring score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 24.9% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
16%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
30.6%
ELA
49.9%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
58%

* 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 Spring Compares

See how Sst Spring performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
81th percentile in TX
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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 Spring may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KREINHOP EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Klein), with a very similar rating. Another option is GINGER MCNABB EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Spring), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HAUDE EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Klein), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
EVOLUTION ACADEMY HOUSTON Richardson 0.5 mi 4.8
RESURRECTION LUTHERAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Spring 0.6 mi
HAUDE EL Klein 1.0 mi 7.4
SPRING H S Spring 1.3 mi 3.0
ST EDWARD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spring 1.5 mi 6.6
LEMM EL Klein 1.6 mi 6.1
SPRING BAPTIST ACADEMY Spring 1.6 mi 7.4
KREINHOP EL Klein 1.6 mi 8.2
GINGER MCNABB EL Spring 1.6 mi 7.5
CARL WUNSCHE SR H S Spring 1.8 mi 8.3
SCHINDEWOLF INT Klein 1.7 mi 6.1
KLEIN COLLINS H S Klein 1.8 mi 6.2
SALYERS EL Spring 2.0 mi 1.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SPRING KLEIN Spring 2.4 mi
BAMMEL EL Houston 2.8 mi 3.6
SPRINGWOODS VILLAGE MIDDLE Houston 2.8 mi 7.9
ROTH EL Klein 2.5 mi 5.9
APPLE TREE SCHOOL Houston 2.9 mi
GREENGATE ACADEMY INC Spring 2.7 mi
ABIDING WORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston 3.0 mi 6.1

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 Spring

What grades does Sst Spring serve?

Sst Spring serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Sst Spring?

Sst Spring has an enrollment of approximately 833 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sst Spring?

The student-teacher ratio at Sst Spring is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sst Spring rank in TX?

Sst Spring ranks #1,600 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Sst Spring's MySchoolScout rating?

Sst Spring has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Spring?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sst Spring has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

Is Sst Spring a charter school?

Yes, Sst Spring is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Sst Spring a Title I school?

No, Sst Spring is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sst Spring?

66.4% of students at Sst Spring qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
833
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

District

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
District Enrollment
5,053
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,599
District Rank
#3 of 6

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