For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public charter schools serving 2,761 students in 78220, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78220, TX are Idea Najim College Preparatory, Idea Najim Academy and M L King Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78220 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78220, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 78220, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Najim College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
926 S Ww White Rd
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 239-4900
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 239-4900
Gr: 6-12 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Idea Najim Academy
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
926 S Ww White Rd
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 413-5274
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 413-5274
Gr: K-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
M L King Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
510 Morningview Dr
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7935
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7935
Gr: PK-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Southwest Preparatory Southeast Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
735 S Ww White Rd
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 333-1403
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 333-1403
Gr: PK-12 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Davis Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4702 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7920
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7920
Gr: 7-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Carroll Early Childhood Campus
Charter School
463 Holmgreen
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7965
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7965
Gr: PK-2 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Essence Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
723 Se Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 997-5636
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 997-5636
Gr: PK-8 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
78220, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Career Plus Learning Academy (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1122 S Ww White Rd
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 333-8389
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 333-8389
Gr: 6-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Southwest Preparatory - Virtual P (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
735 S W W White Rd
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 826-2193
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 826-2193
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Minority enrollment: 37%
545 S W W White Ave
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 333-3220
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 333-3220
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78220, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78220, TX include Idea Najim College Preparatory, Idea Najim Academy and M L King Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 78220?
7 public charter schools are located in 78220.
What is the racial composition of students in 78220?
78220 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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