For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 320 students in 78208, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 183 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 78208, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78208, TX are Jja and Pershing Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78208 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78208, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78208, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jja
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1402 Hackberry St
San Antonio, TX 78208
(210) 335-8500
San Antonio, TX 78208
(210) 335-8500
Gr: 5-12 | 11 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Pershing Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 Sandmeyer St
San Antonio, TX 78208
(210) 738-9820
San Antonio, TX 78208
(210) 738-9820
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78208, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78208, TX include Jja and Pershing Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78208?
2 public schools are located in 78208.
What percentage of students in 78208 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 78208 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78208?
78208 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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