For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,611 students in 78234, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78234, TX are Ft Sam Houston Elementary School and Robert G Cole Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78234 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78234, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78234, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ft Sam Houston Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4351 Nursery Rd
Jbsa Ft Sam Houston, TX 78234
(210) 368-8800
Jbsa Ft Sam Houston, TX 78234
(210) 368-8800
Grades: PK-5
| 823 students
Rank: #22.
Robert G Cole Middle/high School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4001 Winans Rd
Jbsa Ft Sam Houston, TX 78234
(210) 368-8730
Jbsa Ft Sam Houston, TX 78234
(210) 368-8730
Grades: 6-12
| 788 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78234, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78234, TX include Ft Sam Houston Elementary School and Robert G Cole Middle/high School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78234?
2 public elementary schools are located in 78234.
What is the racial composition of students in 78234?
78234 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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