For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,751 students in 78239, TX.
The top ranked public middle schools in 78239, TX are Heritage Academy, Idea Walzem College Preparatory and Harmony School Of Innovation - San Antonio. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78239 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78239, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78239, TX Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heritage Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8750 Fourwinds Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 354-7753
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 354-7753
Gr: 7-8 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Idea Walzem College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6445 Walzem Rd
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 239-4600
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 239-4600
Gr: 6-12 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Harmony School Of Innovation - San Antonio
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8125 Glen Mont Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 265-1575
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 265-1575
Gr: PK-8 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Compass Rose Journey
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Crestwind Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 540-9265
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 540-9265
Gr: PK-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
78239, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Eagle Charter School - San Ant (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
6663 Walzem
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 654-9220
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 654-9220
Gr: K-12 | 119 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Shekinah Walzem Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6663 Walzem Rd
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 967-6933
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 967-6933
Gr: PK-5 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 78239, TX?
The top ranked public middle schools in 78239, TX include Heritage Academy, Idea Walzem College Preparatory and Harmony School Of Innovation - San Antonio.
How many public middle schools are located in 78239?
4 public middle schools are located in 78239.
What is the racial composition of students in 78239?
78239 public middle schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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