For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,265 students in 78220, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78220, TX are Idea Najim College Preparatory, Idea Najim Academy and M L King Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78220 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78220, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78220, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Najim College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
926 S Ww White Rd
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 239-4900
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 239-4900
Gr: 6-12 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Idea Najim Academy
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
926 S Ww White Rd
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 413-5274
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 413-5274
Gr: K-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
M L King Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
510 Morningview Dr
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7935
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7935
Gr: PK-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Southwest Preparatory Southeast Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
735 S Ww White Rd
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 333-1403
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 333-1403
Gr: PK-12 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Houston High School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4635 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7900
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7900
Gr: 9-12 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Davis Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4702 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7920
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7920
Gr: 7-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Hirsch Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4826 Seabreeze Dr
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7985
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7985
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Carroll Early Childhood Campus
Charter School
463 Holmgreen
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7965
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7965
Gr: PK-2 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
4702 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7920
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7920
Gr: 6 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Essence Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
723 Se Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 997-5636
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 997-5636
Gr: PK-8 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78220, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78220, TX include Idea Najim College Preparatory, Idea Najim Academy and M L King Academy.
How many public schools are located in 78220?
10 public schools are located in 78220.
What is the racial composition of students in 78220?
78220 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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