Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sst Discovery ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sst Discovery ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sst Discovery's student population of 554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Mascot
Rockets
School Rankings
Sst Discovery ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sst Discovery is 0.59, 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
#3531 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
62%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
11%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rockets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sst Discovery's ranking?
Sst Discovery is ranked #3531 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sst Discovery often compared to?
Sst Discoveryis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Academy Oaks, Basis San Antonio Pri- Medical Center Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sst Discovery?
554 students attend Sst Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sst Discovery students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sst Discovery?
Sst Discovery has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sst Discovery offer ?
Sst Discovery offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sst Discovery part of?
Sst Discovery is part of School Of Science And Technology Discovery School District.
In what neighborhood is Sst Discovery located?
Sst Discovery is located in the Inner West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 19 other public schools located in Inner West Side.
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