For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,762 students in 78220, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78220, TX are Gates Elementary School, Dorie Miller Elementary School and Southwest Preparatory Southeast Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78220 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78220, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78220, TX Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gates Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
510 Morningview Dr
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7980
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7980
Gr: PK-6 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Dorie Miller Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
207 Lincolnshire Dr
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7995
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7995
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
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 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Hirsch Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4826 Seabreeze Dr
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7985
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7985
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Essence Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
4535 Lord Rd
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 997-5617
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 997-5617
Gr: PK-6 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 preschools in 78220, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78220, TX include Gates Elementary School, Dorie Miller Elementary School and Southwest Preparatory Southeast Campus.
How many public preschools are located in 78220?
6 public preschools are located in 78220.
What is the racial composition of students in 78220?
78220 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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