For the 2025 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 44% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 35%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Somerset Academy Oaks
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | 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
Grades: K-6
| 182 students
Rank: #22.
Great Hearts Forest Heights
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5538 Research Dr
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 892-3665
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 892-3665
Grades: K-10
| 1,230 students
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
Grades: 8-12
| 76 students
78240, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Elementary Aep (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
7111 Huebner Rd
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 706-7399
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 706-7399
Grades: K-5
| 7 students
Sunset High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
8000 Lobo Ln
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 706-7198
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 706-7198
Grades: 10-12
| 97 students
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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