For the 2025-26 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,283 students in 78217, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 951 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 78217, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78217, TX are Academy Of Creative Education, Macarthur High School and Oak Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78217 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78217, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78217, TX Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Creative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3736 Perrin Central Bldg2
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0740
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0740
Gr: 10-12 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Macarthur High School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2923 Macarthur View
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 356-7600
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 356-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,001 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3250 Nacogdoches Rd
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-5600
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Regency Place Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10222 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-6400
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Northern Hills Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13901 Higgins Rd
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-5200
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Clear Spring Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4311 Clear Spring Dr
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-2000
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Serna Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2569 N E Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-7200
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-7200
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Homebased Comp Education
Alternative School
3736 Perrin Central
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0750
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0750
Gr: 12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Rank: n/an/a
8961 Tesoro Dr
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0182
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0182
Gr: PK | 80 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
North East J J A E P
Alternative School
1402 N Hackberry
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 804-7000
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 804-7000
Gr: 6-12 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 84%
78217, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Adolescent Intervention Center (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
3736 Perrin Central
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0739
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0739
Gr: 6-8
Center School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
3736 Perrin Central Bldg A
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0739
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0739
Gr: 9 | 1 student
Children's Intervention Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
2569 North East Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0739
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0739
Gr: PK-5
Homebound (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
8961 Tesoro Dr
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0185
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0185
Gr: PK-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78217, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78217, TX include Academy Of Creative Education, Macarthur High School and Oak Grove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78217?
10 public schools are located in 78217.
What percentage of students in 78217 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 78217 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78217?
78217 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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