Serving 139 students in grades 5-12, San Antonio Steam Academy ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Antonio Steam Academy's student population of 139 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
139 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
San Antonio Steam Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Antonio Steam Academy is 0.56, 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
#7414 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
34%
54%
Black
57%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Antonio Steam Academy's ranking?
San Antonio Steam Academy is ranked #7414 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend San Antonio Steam Academy?
139 students attend San Antonio Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of San Antonio Steam Academy students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Antonio Steam Academy?
San Antonio Steam Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does San Antonio Steam Academy offer ?
San Antonio Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is San Antonio Steam Academy part of?
San Antonio Steam Academy is part of San Antonio Steam Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is San Antonio Steam Academy located?
San Antonio Steam Academy is located in the Sunrise neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Sunrise.
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