For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 4,193 students in 78221, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78221, TX are Idea South Flores College Preparatory, Southside High School and Mccollum High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78221 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78221, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78221 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Idea South Flores College Preparatory, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78221, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
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 | 1,772 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
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 | 1,502 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
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 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
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 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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: 9-12 | 3 students
Rank: n/an/a
Hac Daep High School
Alternative School
12121 S E Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 921-4463
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 921-4463
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78221, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78221, TX include Idea South Flores College Preparatory, Southside High School and Mccollum High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78221?
7 public high schools are located in 78221.
What is the racial composition of students in 78221?
78221 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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