Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy vs Highlands H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.4 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
Highlands H S
San Antonio · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,478 students
| Measure | Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy San Antonio, Texas | Highlands H S San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4624 of 4,686 | #1306 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #47770 of 50,301 | #13722 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 645 | 1,478 |
| Enrollment | 645 | 1,478 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.1% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 38% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highlands H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.2 vs 14.7).
- •Highlands H S does better on math proficiency (38% vs 17%).
- •Highlands H S does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 22%).
- •Highlands H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.6% vs 94.1%).
- •Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 15.1).
- •Highlands H S is the larger school with 1,478 students compared with 645.
- •Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy is a charter school while Highlands H S 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy better than Highlands H S?
On the Success Index (US), Highlands H S ranks higher (28.2 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 Highlands H S?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy: 645. Highlands H S: 1,478. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy and Highlands H S rank in Texas?
Democracy Prep at Stewart Academy is 4624th of 4,686 and Highlands H S is 1306th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).