For the 2025 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 12,216 students in 78221, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 222 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 78221, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78221, TX are Heritage Elementary School, Idea South Flores Academy and Idea South Flores College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78221 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78221, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78221, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3223 S Loop 1604 E
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1607
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1607
Gr: 1-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Idea South Flores Academy
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6919 S Flores
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 239-4150
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 239-4150
Gr: K-5 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Idea South Flores College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6919 S Flores
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 239-4150
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 239-4150
Gr: 6-12 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Freedom Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3845 S Loop 1604 E
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1603
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1603
Gr: 1-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
W M Pearce Primary
(Math: 53% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19190 Hwy 281 S 3
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1605
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1605
Gr: 1-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
H W Schulze Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9131 Yett Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3250
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3250
Gr: PK-5 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Julian C Gallardo Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Del Lago Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1609
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1609
Gr: 1-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Kingsborough Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
422 Ashley Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2200
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Gillette Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
625 Gillette Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3100
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Terrell Wells Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
422 W Hutchins Pl
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2600
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2600
Gr: 6-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Tejeda Junior Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12121 Se Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-4900
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-4900
Gr: 8 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1212.
Losoya Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Martinez Losoya Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1602
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1602
Gr: 6-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1313.
Vestal Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1102 Cantrell Dr
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3350
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3350
Gr: PK-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1414.
Southside High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19190 Us 281 S 2
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1606
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1606
Gr: 9-12 | 1,747 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1515.
Mccollum High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 W Formosa Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-1500
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-1500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,466 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1616.
Bellaire Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
142 E Amber Pl
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2850
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2850
Gr: PK-5 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1717.
Southside Alter Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3223 S Loop 1604 W
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1604
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1604
Gr: 6-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #1818.
Frank M Tejeda Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12121 S E Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-4900
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-4900
Gr: 9-12 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Bexar Co J J A E P
Alternative School
1460 Martinez Losoya Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1604
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1604
Gr: 8-9 | 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
16180 S Us Hwy 281
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
Gr: PK-K | 930 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
78221, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bexar County J J A E P Middle School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1460 Martinez Losoya Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
Gr: 7-9 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
519 W Harding
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2900
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Jewel C Wietzel Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
9131 Yett Bldg 4
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3280
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3280
Gr: 12 | 1 student
635 Rayburn Dr
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3200
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Trinity Alternative Education (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1460 Martinez Losoya Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78221, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78221, TX include Heritage Elementary School, Idea South Flores Academy and Idea South Flores College Preparatory.
How many public schools are located in 78221?
20 public schools are located in 78221.
What percentage of students in 78221 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 78221 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78221?
78221 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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