In 2009, Helotes was dubbed a boomtown by the Gadberry Group as a result of its rapid increase in population (estimated at 252 percent since 1990). Situated 12 miles northwest of San Antonio on Texas Highway 16, Helotes occupies 6.71 square-miles and has a population of approximately 15,7000. Residents of Helotes have an annual median household income of $52,571. Helotes is serviced by the Northside Independent School District.
Helotes is known for its country environment with all of the conveniences and amenities of city living. Its motto is “Where the Hill Country Begins.” The area became an incorporated city in 1981, as San Antonio’s city sprawl encroached on Helotes’ borders.
Helotes Map
Located just 16 miles northwest from Downtown San Antonio, Helotes is on State Highway 16 and outside Loop 1604. Please take a look at the map to see where Helotes is located in relationship to the rest of San Antonio.
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Helotes Schools
Helotes is serviced by Northside ISD. Northside Independent School District continues to be one of the premier school districts in Texas and is academically rated as Recognized. Students within Northside ISD continue to score higher than the state average at every grade level and in every subject area on the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) testing program. The Helotes area is covered by five different elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools.
- Bob Beard Elementary School
- Helotes Elementary School
- Dean H. Krueger Elementary School
- Charles L. Kuentz, Jr. Elementary School
- Henry Steubing Elementary School
- Dr. Hector P. Garcia Middle School
- Wallace B. Jefferson Middle School
- Katherine Stinson Middle School
- Louis D. Brandeis High School
- Sandra Day O’Connor High School
Helotes Recreation and Shopping
Helotes boasts some of the best shopping in San Antonio, whether you are looking for designer labels, household goods or farm fresh produce. The Shops at La Cantera features upscale shopping and restaurants and pedestrian walkways throughout its spectacular streetscape development. The Rim provides the ideal destination for anyone and every taste whether you are shopping or enjoying a movie at the Palladium. The entire family can enjoy a fun filled day at either Six Flags Fiesta Texas or SeaWorld San Antonio.
Helotes Homes for Sale
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