For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,488 students in 78240, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78240, TX are Somerset Academy Oaks and Great Hearts Forest Heights. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78240 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78240, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78240, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Somerset Academy Oaks
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6070 Babcock Rd
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 627-6013
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 627-6013
Gr: K-6 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Great Hearts Forest Heights
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5538 Research Dr
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 892-3665
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 892-3665
Gr: K-10 | 1,230 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Compass Rose Impact
Charter School
5450 Babcock Rd
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 274-6115
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 274-6115
Gr: 8-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
78240, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Elementary Aep (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
7111 Huebner Rd
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 706-7399
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 706-7399
Gr: K-5 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 71%
Sunset High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
8000 Lobo Ln
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 706-7198
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 706-7198
Gr: 10-12 | 97 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78240, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78240, TX include Somerset Academy Oaks and Great Hearts Forest Heights.
How many public charter schools are located in 78240?
3 public charter schools are located in 78240.
What is the racial composition of students in 78240?
78240 public charter schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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