For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,905 students in 78223, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 170 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 78223, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78223, TX are Schenck Elementary School, Mission Academy and Highland Forest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78223 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78223, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78223, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Schenck Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6718 Pecan Valley Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6865
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6865
Gr: PK-5 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Mission Academy
(Math: 37% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9210 S Presa St
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6880
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6880
Gr: PK-8 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Highland Forest Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3736 S E Military Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 333-7385
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 333-7385
Gr: PK-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Steele Montessori Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
260 Sally Gay Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6870
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6870
Gr: PK-8 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Highland Hills Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
734 Glamis Ave
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6860
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6860
Gr: PK-5 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Charles C Ball Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
343 Koehler Ct
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6845
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6845
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Rogers Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
314 Galway Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6840
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6840
Gr: 8 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
Harmony Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10625 Green Lk Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 633-0231
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 633-0231
Gr: PK-5 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #99.
Hot Wells Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 Hot Wells Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6585
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6585
Gr: 6-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Bexar County Lrn Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3621 Farm Rd
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 335-1745
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 335-1745
Gr: 7-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
314 Galway St
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6840
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6840
Gr: 6-7 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Royal Academy Of Excellence
Charter School
4018 S Presa St
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 531-0300
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 531-0300
Gr: K-9 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
78223, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 Hot Wells Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6835
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6835
Gr: 6-8 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
12271 Donop Rd
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 633-3020
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 633-3020
Gr: PK | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
New Frontiers Charter School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
4018 S Presa St
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 533-3655
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 533-3655
Gr: K-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Seidel Learning Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
6711 S New Braunfels
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 532-8811
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 532-8811
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78223, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78223, TX include Schenck Elementary School, Mission Academy and Highland Forest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78223?
12 public schools are located in 78223.
What percentage of students in 78223 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 78223 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78223?
78223 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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