Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sst Advancement ranks in the top 10% 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 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sst Advancement ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sst Advancement's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
646 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Sst Advancement ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sst Advancement 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
#770 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
32%
54%
Black
56%
13%
White
5%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sst Advancement's ranking?
Sst Advancement is ranked #770 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sst Advancement?
646 students attend Sst Advancement.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sst Advancement students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sst Advancement?
Sst Advancement has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sst Advancement offer ?
Sst Advancement offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sst Advancement part of?
Sst Advancement is part of School Of Science And Technology Discovery School District.
In what neighborhood is Sst Advancement located?
Sst Advancement is located in the East Side neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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