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Bexar County Academy

1481 HILLCREST DR, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78228

Bexar County Academy

1481 HILLCREST DR, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78228

About Bexar County Academy

Bexar County Academy is located at 1481 Hillcrest Dr, San Antonio, Texas 78228. The school serves students from prekindergarten through grade 8. The total enrollment at the campus is 198 students. The student–teacher ratio is 16:1, supporting classroom instruction across grade levels. The student population includes about 53% female students and 47% male students. According to state assessment data, 12% of students meet proficiency in math, while 22% meet proficiency in reading. The school operates as a public charter campus and serves a large urban community with a diverse student population. The campus uses a charter-based enrollment model, which means that students come from all over the city instead of just one area. Teachers plan lessons and keep an eye on how well their students are doing so that they can get better over time in all grades. Homes near the campus usually sell for about $200,000, which shows that housing conditions are stable and demand is steady in the area. Bexar County Academy is considered among the best elementary schools in Texas for its focused learning environment and consistent classroom support.

Bexar County Academy Contact Information

Address

1481 HILLCREST DR, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78228

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Phone

(210) 432-8600

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 12%
Reading 22%
State average proficiency is 12% in Math and 22% in Reading.
12
Full-time Teachers
17 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
7
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
198
Total Students
$66547
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 2455 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Bexar County Academy

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 6:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 6.06%
Asian 0.51%
Hispanic 85.86%
Black 6.57%
Two+ Races 0.51%
Native Am. 0.51%
White
6.06%
Asian
0.51%
Hispanic
85.86%
Black
6.57%
Two+ Races
0.51%
Native Am.
0.51%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 198
53.03%
105 Female
46.97%
93 Male

Student Population

198 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

373 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Bexar County Academy made sure that payments that were still owed to its staff were made in a way that was well-organized and planned. This step helped teachers on campus better understand their finances and get the help they needed. Staff duties were taken care of because the process was carefully planned. It also gave people who were connected to the school a sense of stability during the time of change. By doing these things, Bexar County Academy is taking care of its administrative problems and helping its school community in a responsible way.

FAQ

Q1. Does Bexar County Academy offer a different learning approach compared to traditional schools?

Ans. Yes, as a charter school, it has flexibility in teaching methods and academic structure.

Q2. How does Bexar County Academy support students who need extra help?

Ans. Teachers provide targeted support and adjust instruction based on student needs.

Q3. What type of environment does Bexar County Academy provide for students?

Ans. The school offers a structured and focused learning environment.

Q4. Are parents involved in activities at Bexar County Academy?

Ans. Yes, parents can stay engaged through communication and school events.

Q5. Does Bexar County Academy focus on long-term student development?

Ans. Yes, the school supports both academic growth and overall student development.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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