For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 8,413 students in 78253, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78253, TX are Harlan High School, Taft High School and Brennan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78253 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78253, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78253 have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Brennan High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78253, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harlan High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14350 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2200
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,778 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Taft High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11600 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-6000
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,670 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Brennan High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Cottonwood Way
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1250
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1250
Gr: 9-12 | 2,965 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78253, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78253, TX include Harlan High School, Taft High School and Brennan High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78253?
3 public high schools are located in 78253.
What is the racial composition of students in 78253?
78253 public high schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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