SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENT

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENT is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERY school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 293 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 7th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENT has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The **School of Science and Technology (SST) Advancement** in Houston, Texas, is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter school that operates under the larger SST network. The school is designed to provide a rigorous academic environment with a specialized focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. By integrating project-based learning and advanced technology into the classroom, the institution aims to prepare its students for competitive collegiate programs and future careers in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.

In addition to its focus on academic excellence, the school emphasizes a supportive "community-first" culture that prioritizes character development and student-teacher mentorship. The campus at Westoffice Drive serves a diverse student body and utilizes a data-driven approach to personalize instruction, ensuring that learners at various levels receive the support or acceleration they need. By fostering an environment of innovation and critical thinking, SST Advancement seeks to equip its students with both the technical skills and the problem-solving capabilities necessary for success in the 21st century.

For more information, contact SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENT at (281) 475-8060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.