Serving 173 students in grades 9-12, Cast Stem 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cast Stem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cast Stem High School's student population of 173 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
173 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Cast Stem 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 Cast Stem High School is 0.26, 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
#4862 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
86%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
7%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cast Stem High School's ranking?
Cast Stem High School is ranked #4862 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cast Stem High School?
173 students attend Cast Stem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Cast Stem High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cast Stem High School?
Cast Stem High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cast Stem High School offer ?
Cast Stem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cast Stem High School part of?
Cast Stem High School is part of Southwest Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cast Stem High School located?
Cast Stem High School is located in the United Southwest neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in United Southwest.
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