For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,560 students in 78244, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78244, TX are Spring Meadows Elementary School, Woodlake Elementary School and William Paschall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78244 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78244, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78244, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7135 Elm Trl
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-1050
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-1050
Gr: PK-5 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Woodlake Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5501 Lk Bend E
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 945-3920
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 945-3920
Gr: PK-5 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
William Paschall Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6351 Lakeview Dr
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 666-4113
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 666-4113
Gr: PK-5 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Henry Metzger Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7475 Binz Engleman Rd
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-2210
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-2210
Gr: 6-8 | 907 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Woodlake Hills Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6625 Woodlake Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 661-1110
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 661-1110
Gr: 6-8 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
San Antonio Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6127 Summer Fest Dr
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 473-2698
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 473-2698
Gr: 5-11 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Karen Wagner High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3000 N Foster Rd
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-5000
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,224 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Candlewood Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3635 Candleglen
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-1060
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-1060
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78244, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78244, TX include Spring Meadows Elementary School, Woodlake Elementary School and William Paschall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78244?
8 public schools are located in 78244.
What is the racial composition of students in 78244?
78244 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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