For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 4,245 students in 78204, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78204, TX are Kipp Aspire Academy, Kipp University Prep High School and Harris Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78204 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78204, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78204, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kipp Aspire Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
239 Stark St
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 735-7300
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 735-7300
Gr: 5-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Kipp University Prep High School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
239 Stark St
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 290-8720
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 290-8720
Gr: 9-12 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Harris Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
325 Pruitt Ave
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 228-1220
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 228-1220
Gr: 6-8 | 723 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Briscoe Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2015 S Flores St
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 228-3305
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 228-3305
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Kipp Esperanza Primary
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
239 Stark St
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 888-6601
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 888-6601
Gr: K-4 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Burbank High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1002 Edwards St
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 228-1210
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 228-1210
Gr: 9-12 | 1,314 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
78204, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Girls And Boys Town Shelter Of Sa (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
503 Urban Loop
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 299-5500
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 299-5500
Gr: 2-11 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
107 Blue Star
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 737-9377
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 737-9377
Gr: K-8
302 Tipton Ave
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 533-5521
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 533-5521
Gr: PK-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78204, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78204, TX include Kipp Aspire Academy, Kipp University Prep High School and Harris Middle School.
How many public charter schools are located in 78204?
6 public charter schools are located in 78204.
What is the racial composition of students in 78204?
78204 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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