Best 78244 Texas Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,850 students in 78244, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78244, TX are Spring Meadows Elementary School, Woodlake Elementary School and William Paschall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78244 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78244, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78244, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7135 Elm Trl
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-1050
Gr: 2-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Woodlake Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5501 Lk Bend E
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 945-3920
Gr: PK-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
William Paschall Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6351 Lakeview Dr
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 666-4113
Gr: PK-5 | 723 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Henry Metzger Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
7475 Binz Engleman Rd
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-2210
Gr: 6-8 | 991 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
San Antonio Steam Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6127 Summer Fest Dr
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 473-2698
Gr: 5-12 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Candlewood Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3635 Candleglen
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-1060
Gr: 2-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
3635 Candleglenn
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-1060
Gr: PK-1 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
7135 Elm Trail
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 662-1050
Gr: PK-1 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
6625 Woodlake Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78244
(210) 945-5100
Gr: 6 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78244, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78244, TX include Spring Meadows Elementary School, Woodlake Elementary School and William Paschall Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78244?
9 public elementary schools are located in 78244.
What is the racial composition of students in 78244?
78244 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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