John Paul Stevens High School located in the Seaworld area, is one of nineteen public high schools in the Northside Independent School District in San Antonio, Texas, USA. The campus is located near SeaWorld San Antonio.
Serving 2,546 students in grades 9-12, Stevens High School 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 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stevens High School serves the southern part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 38.9 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10-12 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stevens High School's student population of 2,546 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 170 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,546 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
170 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Where Your Future Takes Flight!
School Rankings
Stevens High School 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 Stevens High School is 0.33, 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
#7186 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Black, Silver
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stevens High School's ranking?
Stevens High School is ranked #7186 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Stevens High School often compared to?
Stevens High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandeis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stevens High School?
The graduation rate of Stevens High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Stevens High School?
2,546 students attend Stevens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Stevens High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stevens High School?
Stevens High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stevens High School offer ?
Stevens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Stevens High School part of?
Stevens High School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Stevens High School located?
Stevens High School is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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