Best 78227 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 7,827 students in 78227, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 567 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 78227, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78227, TX are Valley Hi Elementary School, Allen Elementary School and Meadow Village Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78227 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78227, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78227, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley Hi Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
8503 Ray Ellison Dr
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-0350
Gr: PK-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Allen Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
101 Dumont Dr
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-0800
Gr: PK-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Meadow Village Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1406 Meadow Way Dr
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-0650
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Lighthouse Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
8138 Westshire Dr
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 674-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Harmony School Of Excellence - San Antonio
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2015 Sw Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 645-7166
Gr: PK | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Hull Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7320 Remuda Dr
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-0950
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Westwood Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2315 Hackamore Ln
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-0300
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Jones Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1256 Pinn Rd
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,035 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
L B Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6515 W Commerce St
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 898-4240
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Cable Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1706 Pinn Rd
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-2850
Gr: PK-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Rayburn Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 Cedarhurst
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-2150
Gr: 6-8 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Glenn Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2385 Horal
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-2250
Gr: PK-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Passmore Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
570 Pinn Rd
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-0500
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1414.
Jay High School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7611 Marbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,118 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1515.
Lighthouse Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8138 Westshire Dr
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 674-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1616.
Lighthouse High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8138 Westshire Dr
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 236-7693
Gr: 9-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
Pre-k 4 San Antonio
Charter School
1235 Enrique M Barrera Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 206-2900
Gr: PK | 27 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78227, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78227, TX include Valley Hi Elementary School, Allen Elementary School and Meadow Village Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78227?
17 public schools are located in 78227.
What percentage of students in 78227 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 78227 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78227?
78227 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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