Best 78224 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,864 students in 78224, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78224, TX are Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory and South San Antonio High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78224 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78224, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78224 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South San Antonio High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78224, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2523 W Ansley Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78224
(210) 430-7595
Gr: 6-12 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
South San Antonio High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7535 Barlite Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78224
(210) 977-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,190 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative School
Alternative School
8634 Larkia Ln
San Antonio, TX 78224
(210) 977-7474
Gr: 6-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: n/an/a
Bexar Co J J A E P
Alternative School
1402 N Hackberry St
San Antonio, TX 78224
(210) 977-7000
Gr: 9 | 1 student

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78224, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78224, TX include Idea Ewing Halsell College Preparatory and South San Antonio High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78224?
4 public high schools are located in 78224.
What is the racial composition of students in 78224?
78224 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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