Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy vs Highland Hills El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy
San Antonio · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
645 students
Highland Hills El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
715 students
| Measure | Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy San Antonio, Texas | Highland Hills El San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4624 of 4,686 | #3402 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #47770 of 50,301 | #36585 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 645 | 715 |
| Enrollment | 645 | 715 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.1% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 52% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Hills El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.0 vs 14.7).
- •Highland Hills El does better on math proficiency (52% vs 17%).
- •Highland Hills El does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 22%).
- •Highland Hills El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93% vs 94.1%).
- •Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 19.3).
- •Highland Hills El is the larger school with 715 students compared with 645.
- •Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy is a charter school while Highland Hills El is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy better than Highland Hills El?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Hills El ranks higher (33.0 vs 14.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy and Highland Hills El?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy: 645. Highland Hills El: 715. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy and Highland Hills El rank in Texas?
Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy is 4624th of 4,686 and Highland Hills El is 3402nd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).