For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,009 students in 78217, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 78217 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78217, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78217, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
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 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
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 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
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 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
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 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
8961 Tesoro Dr
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0182
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0182
Gr: PK | 18 students Minority enrollment: 78%
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 preschools in 78217, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78217, TX include Oak Grove Elementary School, Regency Place Elementary School and Northern Hills Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78217?
6 public preschools are located in 78217.
What is the racial composition of students in 78217?
78217 public preschools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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