For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 865 students in 78218, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78218, TX are Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School and George Gervin Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78218 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78218, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78218, TX Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3460 Ne Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 568-8800
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 568-8800
Gr: 7-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
George Gervin Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6944 S Sunbelt Dr
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 568-8800
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 568-8800
Gr: PK-12 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
78218, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Basic Center (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
6903 Sunbelt Dr S
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 532-3948
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 532-3948
Gr: PK-12 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78218, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78218, TX include Ruth Jones Mcclendon Middle School and George Gervin Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 78218?
2 public charter schools are located in 78218.
What is the racial composition of students in 78218?
78218 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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