For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 7,536 students in 78263, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78263, TX are Oak Crest Elementary School, East Central Cast Lead High School and East Central Heritage Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78263 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78263, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78263, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Crest Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7806 New Sulphur Springs Rd
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 648-9484
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 648-9484
Gr: PK-5 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
East Central Cast Lead High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7284 Fm 1628
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 634-7302
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 634-7302
Gr: 8-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
East Central Heritage Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8004 New Sulphur Springs Rd
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 648-4546
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 648-4546
Gr: 6-8 | 1,251 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Legacy Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5903 S E Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 648-3118
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 648-3118
Gr: 6-8 | 1,143 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
East Central High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7173 Fm 1628
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 649-2951
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 649-2951
Gr: 9-12 | 3,362 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Bexar Co J J A E P
Alternative School
1402 N Hackberry
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 648-7861
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 648-7861
Gr: 8-12 | 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
3610 N Graytown Rd
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 634-6100
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 634-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
7031 S New Braunfels Ave
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 634-6100
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 634-6100
Gr: PK | 47 students Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
Restorative And Transition Center
Alternative School
5903 Se Loop 410 Bldg 17
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 634-6100
San Antonio, TX 78263
(210) 634-6100
Gr: 6-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78263, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78263, TX include Oak Crest Elementary School, East Central Cast Lead High School and East Central Heritage Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 78263?
9 public schools are located in 78263.
What is the racial composition of students in 78263?
78263 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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