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Best 78221 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 21 public schools serving 12,124 students in 78221, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 222 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 78221, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78221, TX are Heritage Elementary School, Idea South Flores Academy and Idea South Flores College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78221 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78221, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78221, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3223 S Loop 1604 E
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1607
Gr: 1-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Idea South Flores Academy
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6919 S Flores
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 239-4150
Gr: K-5 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Idea South Flores College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6919 S Flores
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 239-4150
Gr: 6-12 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Freedom Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3845 S Loop 1604 E
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1603
Gr: 1-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
W M Pearce Primary
(Math: 53% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
19190 Hwy 281 S #3
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1605
Gr: 1-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
H W Schulze Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
9131 Yett Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3250
Gr: PK-5 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Julian C Gallardo Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1300 Del Lago Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1609
Gr: 1-5 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Kingsborough Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
422 Ashley Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Gillette Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
625 Gillette Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #1010.
Terrell Wells Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
422 W Hutchins Pl
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2600
Gr: 6-8 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Losoya Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1610 Martinez Losoya Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1602
Gr: 6-8 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1212.
Vestal Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1102 Cantrell Dr
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3350
Gr: PK-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1313.
Southside High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
19190 Us-281 S #2
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1606
Gr: 9-12 | 1,772 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1414.
Mccollum High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
500 W Formosa Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-1500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,502 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1515.
Bellaire Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
142 E Amber Pl
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2850
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1616.
Southside Alter Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3223 S Loop 1604 W
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1604
Gr: 6-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1717.
Frank M Tejeda Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
12121 S E Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-4900
Gr: 9-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Bexar Co J J A E P
Alternative School
1460 Martinez Losoya Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1604
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students
Rank: n/an/a
Colonel Miguel Menchaca Early Childhood Center
16180 S Us Hwy 281
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
Gr: PK-K | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Hac Daep High School
Alternative School
12121 S E Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 921-4463
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: n/an/a
Hac Daep Middle School
Alternative School
12121 S E Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 921-4463
Gr: 6-8 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78221, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78221, TX include Heritage Elementary School, Idea South Flores Academy and Idea South Flores College Preparatory.
How many public schools are located in 78221?
21 public schools are located in 78221.
What percentage of students in 78221 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 78221 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78221?
78221 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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