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#5480 of 8,552 schools in TX
Steam at the Fine Arts Academy
High School · EDGEWOOD ISD
607 SW 34TH ST, San Antonio, TX 78237
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,480 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#205 of 516
public schools
In district
#3 of 23
EDGEWOOD ISD
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Steam at the Fine Arts Academy
Steam at the Fine Arts Academy is a public high school in San Antonio, TX, part of EDGEWOOD ISD. Steam at the Fine Arts Academy serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Steam at the Fine Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,480 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Steam at the Fine Arts Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Steam at the Fine Arts Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
59% of students at Steam at the Fine Arts Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Steam at the Fine Arts Academy — Students at Steam at the Fine Arts Academy score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 9.4/10.
How Steam at the Fine Arts Academy Compares
See how Steam at the Fine Arts Academy 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
607 SW 34TH ST, San Antonio, TX 78237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Steam at the Fine Arts Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IDEA MONTERREY PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BURLESON CENTER (rated 5.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALTERNATIVE CENTER San Antonio | 0.0 mi | — |
| STAFFORD CENTER San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| STAFFORD EL VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| STAFFORD EL San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 2.3 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| GARDENDALE PRE-K 4 SA EARLY LEARNING San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| IDEA MONTERREY PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| IDEA MONTERREY PARK ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ROOSEVELT DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| ROOSEVELT EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 1.9 |
| BURLESON CENTER San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| H B GONZALEZ EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| E T WRENN MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| PRE-K 4 SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| LOMA PARK EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| GUS GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| CARDENAS CENTER San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| ALONSO S PERALES EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| L B JOHNSON EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,233
Median Home Value
$103,000
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
36,930
College Educated
5.8%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALIEF LEARNING CTR (6-12) Houston, TX | 5.6 |
| MICKEY LELAND COLLEGE PREP ACAD FOR YOUNG MEN Houston, TX | 5.6 |
| NEW BOSTON H S New Boston, TX | 5.6 |
| PREMIER H S OF AMARILLO Lewisville, TX | 5.6 |
| SANTA ROSA H S Santa Rosa, TX | 5.6 |
| EL PASO ACADEMY El Paso, TX | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Steam at the Fine Arts Academy
What grades does Steam at the Fine Arts Academy serve?
Steam at the Fine Arts Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Steam at the Fine Arts Academy?
Steam at the Fine Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Steam at the Fine Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Steam at the Fine Arts Academy is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Steam at the Fine Arts Academy rank in TX?
Steam at the Fine Arts Academy ranks #5,480 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Steam at the Fine Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Steam at the Fine Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Steam at the Fine Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Steam at the Fine Arts Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Steam at the Fine Arts Academy a charter school?
No, Steam at the Fine Arts Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Steam at the Fine Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Steam at the Fine Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Steam at the Fine Arts Academy?
89.7% of students at Steam at the Fine Arts Academy 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 261
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.0%
- Phone
- (210) 898-4200
Resources & Links
District
EDGEWOOD ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,930
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,407
- District Rank
- #3 of 23
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