Excellent
#182 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 2% in state
Sst the Woodlands
Elementary School · SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
5300 WURZBACH RD STE 800, San Antonio, TX 78238
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#182 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#3 of 516
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Sst the Woodlands
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 the Woodlands
Sst the Woodlands is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY. Sst the Woodlands serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sst the Woodlands has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #182 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sst the Woodlands show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sst the Woodlands 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 the Woodlands — Students at Sst the Woodlands score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Sst the Woodlands Compares
See how Sst the Woodlands 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 the Woodlands may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CREEKSIDE FOREST EL (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby The Woodlands), with a very similar rating. Another option is RIDE EL (rated 9.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby The Woodlands), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CREEKVIEW EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby The Woodlands), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE WOODLANDS PREPORATORY SCHOOL Tomball | 0.0 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE WOODLANDS AT CREEKSIDE PARK The Woodlands | 1.2 mi | — |
| ISCHOOL-CREEKSIDE Lewisville | 1.2 mi | — |
| CREEKVIEW EL The Woodlands | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| SPANISH SCHOOLHOUSE Tomball | 1.3 mi | — |
| TIMBER CREEK EL The Woodlands | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| CREEKSIDE PARK J H The Woodlands | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE WOODLANDS AT STERLING RIDGE The Woodlands | 1.8 mi | — |
| THE JOHN COOPER SCHOOL The Woodlands | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| CREEKSIDE FOREST EL The Woodlands | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| TOUGH EL The Woodlands | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| CUNAE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL The Woodlands | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| HOFIUS INT Klein | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| METZLER EL Klein | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| GALATAS EL The Woodlands | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| ESPRIT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL The Woodlands | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| BUCKALEW EL The Woodlands | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL The Woodlands | 2.8 mi | — |
| RIDE EL The Woodlands | 2.8 mi | 9.0 |
| DAVID EL The Woodlands | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
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 the Woodlands
What grades does Sst the Woodlands serve?
Sst the Woodlands serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sst the Woodlands?
Sst the Woodlands has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sst the Woodlands?
The student-teacher ratio at Sst the Woodlands is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sst the Woodlands rank in TX?
Sst the Woodlands ranks #182 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sst the Woodlands's MySchoolScout rating?
Sst the Woodlands 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 the Woodlands?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sst the Woodlands has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Sst the Woodlands a charter school?
Yes, Sst the Woodlands is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Sst the Woodlands a Title I school?
No, Sst the Woodlands is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sst the Woodlands?
48.0% of students at Sst the Woodlands 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
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.6%
- Phone
- (281) 255-0483
Resources & Links
District
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY- District Enrollment
- 5,053
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,599
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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