Best 78259 Texas Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 7,702 students in 78259, TX (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,072 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 78259, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78259, TX are Roan Forest Elementary School, Johnson High School and Encino Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78259 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78259, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78259, TX Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roan Forest Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
22710 Roan Park
San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 407-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Johnson High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
23203 Bulverde Rd
San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 356-0400
Gr: 9-12 | 3,196 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Encino Park Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2550 Encino Rio
San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 407-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Tejeda Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2909 E Evans Rd
San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 356-5600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,014 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Hill Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
21314 Bulverde Rd
San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 356-8000
Gr: 6-8 | 1,057 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
Bulverde Creek
(Math: 62% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3839 Canyon Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 407-1000
Gr: PK-5 | 916 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #77.
Laurel Ridge
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
17720 Corporate Woods Dr
San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 834-4127
Gr: 6-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78259, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78259, TX include Roan Forest Elementary School, Johnson High School and Encino Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78259?
7 public schools are located in 78259.
What percentage of students in 78259 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 78259 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78259?
78259 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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