Best 78217 Texas Public Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,991 students in 78217, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78217, TX are Oak Grove Elementary School, Regency Place Elementary School and Northern Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78217 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78217, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78217, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3250 Nacogdoches Rd
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Regency Place Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
10222 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Northern Hills Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
13901 Higgins Rd
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Clear Spring Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4311 Clear Spring Dr
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Serna Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2569 N E Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-7200
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 78217 Texas

78217, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
3736 Perrin Central
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
Gr: 9 | 1 student
2569 North East Loop 410
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
Gr: PK-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78217, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78217, TX include Oak Grove Elementary School, Regency Place Elementary School and Northern Hills Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78217?
5 public elementary schools are located in 78217.
What is the racial composition of students in 78217?
78217 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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