Summary
Warren High School in San Antonio, TX, is a large, comprehensive high school serving 2,542 students in grades 9-12 as part of the Northside Independent School District (Isd), a district ranked in the 50th percentile statewide, with 41.82% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch. This school stands out as a strong, stable institution that consistently earns a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, ranking in the 68th percentile overall, making it the second-highest ranked comprehensive high school in its district, trailing only Brennan High School (72nd percentile) and significantly outperforming nearby schools like Jay High School (25th percentile), Holmes High School (39th percentile), and Stevens High School (43rd percentile).
Warren excels in several key areas, particularly in science and history, with 77.39% of students proficient in Biology and 79.66% in U.S. History, both well above state averages. The school also boasts a high graduation rate of 94.5% and a very low dropout rate of 0.6%, which is notably better than peers like Jay (87.1% graduation, 2.3% dropout) and Stevens (89.2% graduation, 2.2% dropout). However, a significant challenge is Algebra I, where proficiency rates hover around 31%, dramatically lower than the district average of 53.43%, suggesting a need for targeted intervention in this foundational subject.
One of Warren's most compelling strengths is its effectiveness with students who often face the greatest challenges. The school ranks in the 80th percentile for African American students, 74th percentile for Hispanic students, and 76th percentile for low socio-economic status students, demonstrating that it is not just a good school for the average student but an excellent one for vulnerable populations. While Brennan High School has a higher overall rank and graduation rate (98.7%), it serves a less economically disadvantaged population (33.63% vs. 41.82%), making Warren's achievements with a more challenging demographic a point of pride. Warren also operates efficiently, spending less per student ($8,409) than lower-performing peers like Jay ($9,237) and Holmes ($9,138), while achieving better outcomes.
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