Serving 1,123 students in grades 6-8, Alamo Heights J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Alamo Heights JH encompasses the entire district in San Antonio, TX, covering approximately 9.3 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alamo Heights J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Alamo Heights J High School's student population of 1,123 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,123 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Alamo Heights J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alamo Heights J High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#956 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
42%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
50%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alamo Heights J High School's ranking?
Alamo Heights J High School is ranked #956 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Alamo Heights J High School?
1,123 students attend Alamo Heights J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Alamo Heights J High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alamo Heights J High School?
Alamo Heights J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alamo Heights J High School offer ?
Alamo Heights J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alamo Heights J High School part of?
Alamo Heights J High School is part of Alamo Heights Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alamo Heights J High School located?
Alamo Heights J High School is located in the Uptown neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Uptown.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
THe teachers are qualified, but the school lacks guidance and discipline. The children are left unsupervised after lunches, where a great deal of bullying & harrassment occurs. Some of it violent. The administrators are not friendly, personable or approachable. The district itself seems to be in trouble, but how much worse than other comparable schools is unknown. It appears worse now than 5 years ago to us, despite the grand renovations. Oh and add an on campus ChicFilet, then take away half the year of PE for 6th graders....it's not exactly healthy either.
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