Summary:
In zip code 78239 (Windcrest, TX), there are two middle schools serving grades 6 through 8, both part of the Heritage Academy district, which is ranked in the 50th percentile statewide.
Heritage Academy (grades 7-8) is the standout performer, earning a 4-star rating (75th percentile) and showing strong upward academic growth. Its math program is exceptional, with 60% of 7th graders and 61.54% of 8th graders proficient in STAAR math—far exceeding state averages. In contrast, Heritage Academy Of San Antonio (grade 6 only) has just 13 students and spends nearly $20,000 per student, yet its test scores fall below state averages in reading (50%) and math (40%). This creates an inverse relationship between spending and performance: the smaller, more expensive campus underperforms its sister school. Both schools serve high-poverty populations (over 92% eligible for free/reduced lunch) and boast very low student-teacher ratios (8.2:1 and 7.7:1).
A key takeaway is the persistent weakness in 8th-grade social studies at Heritage Academy, where only 26.67% of students are proficient—below the state average. However, the school reports a 0.0% dropout rate, a positive sign for student retention. For parents, Heritage Academy offers a strong math program and improving academics, while Heritage Academy Of San Antonio provides an extremely intimate setting but with mixed academic results. The district's overall 2-star rating masks the fact that the 7th-8th grade campus is a clear academic leader in the area.
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