Serving 235 students in grades 9-12, Cast Stem High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cast Stem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cast Stem High School's student population of 235 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 187% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cast Stem High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cast Stem High School is 0.17, 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
#3899 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cast Stem High School's ranking?
Cast Stem High School is ranked #3899 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cast Stem High School?
235 students attend Cast Stem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cast Stem High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cast Stem High School?
Cast Stem High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cast Stem High School offer ?
Cast Stem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cast Stem High School part of?
Cast Stem High School is part of Southwest ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Cast Stem High School located?
Cast Stem High School is located in the United Southwest neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in United Southwest.
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