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Best 78250 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 6,820 students in 78250, TX (there are 4 private schools, serving 329 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 78250, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78250, TX are Carson Elementary School, Fernandez Elementary School and Burke Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78250 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78250, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78250, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carson Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8151 Old Tezel Rd
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1100
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Fernandez Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6845 Ridgebrook
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Burke Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
10111 Terra Oak
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1300
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Idea Hidden Meadow College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
10138 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78250
(956) 377-8000
Gr: 6-10 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Elrod Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
8885 Heath Cir Dr
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1800
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Timberwilde Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
8838 Timberwilde
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-0400
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
Northwest Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
10255 Dover Rdg
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-0600
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #88.
Connally Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
8661 Silent Sunrise
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #99.
Brauchle Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
8555 Bowens Crossing
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1550
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1010.
Zachry Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
9410 Timber Path
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 1,043 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1111.
Anne Frank Inspire Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
11216 Bandera Rd
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 638-5900
Gr: K-12 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #1212.
Knowlton Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
9500 Timber Path
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1313.
Second Chance Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8661 Silent Sunrise
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 397-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Idea Hidden Meadow Academy
Charter School
10138 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 529-3900
Gr: K-5 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Innova Mercy Inspire Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
215 Kessler St
San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 638-5000
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Sherman Inspire Academy
Charter School
2310 S Heritage Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78250
(903) 781-0310

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78250, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78250, TX include Carson Elementary School, Fernandez Elementary School and Burke Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78250?
16 public schools are located in 78250.
What percentage of students in 78250 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 78250 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78250?
78250 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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