For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,900 students in 78223, TX.
The top ranked public preschools in 78223, TX are Schenck Elementary School, Muriel Forbes Elementary School and Mission Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78223 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78223, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78223, TX Public Preschools (2025)
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
101 Kate Schenck Ave
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6865
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6865
Gr: PK-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Muriel Forbes Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2630 Sally Gay Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6850
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6850
Gr: PK-5 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
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 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
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 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 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 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Foster Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6718 Pecan Vly Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6855
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6855
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 78223, TX?
The top ranked public preschools in 78223, TX include Schenck Elementary School, Muriel Forbes Elementary School and Mission Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 78223?
8 public preschools are located in 78223.
What is the racial composition of students in 78223?
78223 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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