For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,525 students in 78250, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78250, TX are Carson Elementary School, Fernandez Elementary School and Burke Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78250 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78250, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78250, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carson Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8151 Old Tezel Rd
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1100
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1100
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Fernandez Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6845 Ridgebrook
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1900
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Burke Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10111 Terra Oak
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1300
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1300
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Elrod Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8885 Heath Cir Dr
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1800
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1800
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Timberwilde Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8838 Timberwilde
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-0400
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-0400
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Northwest Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10255 Dover Rdg
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-0600
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-0600
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #77.
Brauchle Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8555 Bowens Crossing
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1550
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1550
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #88.
Knowlton Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9500 Timber Path
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-2600
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
78250, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jhw Inspire Academy - Crockett (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1707 Sw Loop 304
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 638-5200
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 638-5200
Gr: 8-12
Jhw Inspire Academy - Williams House (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
108 E Main St
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 638-5800
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 638-5800
Gr: 5-12
John H Wood Junior Charter School At San Marcos (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
120 Bert Brown Rd
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 638-5300
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 638-5300
Gr: 1-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78250, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78250, TX include Carson Elementary School, Fernandez Elementary School and Burke Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78250?
8 public preschools are located in 78250.
What is the racial composition of students in 78250?
78250 public preschools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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