For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 1,857 students in 78220, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78220, TX are Idea Najim College Preparatory, M L King Academy and Southwest Preparatory Southeast Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78220 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78220, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78220, TX Public Middle 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.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: 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 middle schools in 78220, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78220, TX include Idea Najim College Preparatory, M L King Academy and Southwest Preparatory Southeast Campus.
How many public middle schools are located in 78220?
5 public middle schools are located in 78220.
What is the racial composition of students in 78220?
78220 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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