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Best 78218 Texas Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 3,621 students in 78218, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78218, TX are Wilshire Elementary School, Camelot Elementary School and Mary Lou Hartman. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78218 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78218, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78218, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilshire Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6523 Cascade
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 407-9400
Gr: PK-5 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Camelot Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5311 Merlin Dr
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 407-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Mary Lou Hartman
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7203 Woodlake Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 590-3080
Gr: PK-5 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
East Terrell Hills Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4415 Bloomdale Dr
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 407-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Walzem Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4618 Walzem Rd
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 407-8400
Gr: PK-5 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Park Village Blended Learning Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5855 E Midcrown Dr
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 637-4890
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
George Gervin Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6944 S Sunbelt Dr
San Antonio, TX 78218
(210) 568-8800
Gr: PK-12 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 78218 Texas

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
Gr: PK-12 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78218, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78218, TX include Wilshire Elementary School, Camelot Elementary School and Mary Lou Hartman.
How many public preschools are located in 78218?
7 public preschools are located in 78218.
What is the racial composition of students in 78218?
78218 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

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