For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 3,044 students in 78240, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78240, TX are Somerset Academy Oaks, Thornton Elementary School and Leon Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78240 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78240, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78240, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
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: PK-6 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Thornton Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6450 Pembroke
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 397-3950
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 397-3950
Gr: PK-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Leon Valley Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7111 Huebner Rd
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 397-4650
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 397-4650
Gr: PK-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Rhodes Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5714 N Knoll
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 397-4000
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 397-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Oak Hills Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5710 Cary Grant Dr
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 397-0550
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 397-0550
Gr: PK-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Mcdermott Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5111 Usaa Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 397-5100
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 397-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 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 preschools in 78240, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78240, TX include Somerset Academy Oaks, Thornton Elementary School and Leon Valley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78240?
6 public preschools are located in 78240.
What is the racial composition of students in 78240?
78240 public preschools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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