Best 78220 Texas Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,011 students in 78220, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78220, TX are M L King Academy, Southwest Preparatory Southeast Campus and Hirsch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78220 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78220, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78220, TX Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
M L King Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
510 Morningview Dr
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 978-7935
Gr: PK-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Southwest Preparatory Southeast Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
735 S Ww White Rd
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 333-1403
Gr: PK-12 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Hirsch Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4826 Seabreeze Dr
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
Gr: PK-2 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Essence Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
723 Se Loop 410
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 preschools in 78220, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78220, TX include M L King Academy, Southwest Preparatory Southeast Campus and Hirsch Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78220?
5 public preschools are located in 78220.
What is the racial composition of students in 78220?
78220 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

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