For the 2025-26 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,946 students in 78217, TX (there are , serving 951 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 78217, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78217, TX are Academy Of Creative Education, Macarthur High School and Oak Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78217 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78217, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78217, TX Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Creative Education
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3736 Perrin Central Bldg2
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0740
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0740
Gr: 10-12 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Macarthur High School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2923 Macarthur View
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 356-7600
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 356-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,001 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3250 Nacogdoches Rd
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-5600
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Regency Place Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10222 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-6400
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Northern Hills Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13901 Higgins Rd
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-5200
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Serna Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2569 N E Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-7200
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-7200
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Homebased Comp Education
Alternative School
3736 Perrin Central
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0750
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0750
Gr: 12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Rank: n/an/a
8961 Tesoro Dr
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0182
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0182
Gr: PK | 80 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
North East J J A E P
Alternative School
1402 N Hackberry
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 804-7000
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 804-7000
Gr: 6-12 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 84%
78217, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Adolescent Intervention Center (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
3736 Perrin Central
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0739
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0739
Gr: 6-8
Center School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
3736 Perrin Central Bldg A
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0739
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0739
Gr: 9 | 1 student
Children's Intervention Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
2569 North East Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0739
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0739
Gr: PK-5
4311 Clear Spring Dr
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-2000
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Homebound (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
8961 Tesoro Dr
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0185
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 407-0185
Gr: PK-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78217, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78217, TX include Academy Of Creative Education, Macarthur High School and Oak Grove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78217?
9 public schools are located in 78217.
What percentage of students in 78217 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 78217 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78217?
78217 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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