For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,975 students in 78251, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78251, TX are Vale Middle School and Jordan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78251 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78251, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78251, TX Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vale Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2120 N Ellison Dr
San Antonio, TX 78251
(210) 397-5700
San Antonio, TX 78251
(210) 397-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Jordan Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1725 Richland Hills Dr
San Antonio, TX 78251
(210) 397-6150
San Antonio, TX 78251
(210) 397-6150
Gr: 6-8 | 948 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Basis San Antonio - Jack Lewis Jr Campus
Charter School
3303 N Ellison Dr
San Antonio, TX 78251
(480) 289-2088
San Antonio, TX 78251
(480) 289-2088
Gr: 6-8 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78251, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78251, TX include Vale Middle School and Jordan Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78251?
3 public middle schools are located in 78251.
What is the racial composition of students in 78251?
78251 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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