For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,626 students in 78239, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78239, TX are Heritage Academy, Idea Walzem College Preparatory and Harmony School Of Innovation - San Antonio. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78239 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78239, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78239, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heritage Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8750 Fourwinds Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 354-7753
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 354-7753
Gr: 7-8 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Idea Walzem College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6445 Walzem Rd
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 239-4600
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 239-4600
Gr: 6-12 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Harmony School Of Innovation - San Antonio
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8125 Glen Mont Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 265-1575
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 265-1575
Gr: PK-9 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Compass Rose Journey
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Crestwind Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 540-9265
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 540-9265
Gr: PK-8 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78239, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78239, TX include Heritage Academy, Idea Walzem College Preparatory and Harmony School Of Innovation - San Antonio.
How many public middle schools are located in 78239?
4 public middle schools are located in 78239.
What is the racial composition of students in 78239?
78239 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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