For the 2025 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 12,216 students in 78221, TX (there are , serving 222 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 78221, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78221, TX are Idea South Flores Academy, Idea South Flores College Preparatory and Heritage Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78221 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78221, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78221, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea South Flores Academy
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6919 S Flores
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 239-4150
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 239-4150
Grades: K-5
| 712 students
Rank: #22.
Idea South Flores College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6919 S Flores
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 239-4150
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 239-4150
Grades: 6-12
| 740 students
Rank: #33.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3223 S Loop 1604 E
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1607
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1607
Grades: 1-5
| 485 students
Rank: #44.
Julian C Gallardo Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Del Lago Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1609
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1609
Grades: 1-5
| 589 students
Rank: #55.
W M Pearce Primary
(Math: 41% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
19190 Hwy 281 S 3
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1605
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1605
Grades: 1-5
| 453 students
Rank: #66.
Freedom Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3845 S Loop 1604 E
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1603
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1603
Grades: 1-5
| 570 students
Rank: #77.
Terrell Wells Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
422 W Hutchins Pl
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2600
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2600
Grades: 6-8
| 634 students
Rank: #88.
H W Schulze Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9131 Yett Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3250
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3250
Grades: PK-5
| 687 students
Rank: #99.
Kingsborough Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
422 Ashley Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2200
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2200
Grades: 6-8
| 548 students
Rank: #1010.
Losoya Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Martinez Losoya Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1602
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1602
Grades: 6-8
| 617 students
Rank: #1111.
Tejeda Junior Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12121 Se Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-4900
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-4900
Grades: 8
| 18 students
Rank: #1212.
Gillette Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
625 Gillette Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3100
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3100
Grades: PK-5
| 543 students
Rank: #1313.
Vestal Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1102 Cantrell Dr
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3350
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3350
Grades: PK-5
| 541 students
Rank: #1414.
Southside High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19190 Us 281 S 2
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1606
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1606
Grades: 9-12
| 1,747 students
Rank: #1515.
Mccollum High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 W Formosa Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-1500
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-1500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,466 students
Rank: #1616.
Bellaire Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
142 E Amber Pl
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2850
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2850
Grades: PK-5
| 697 students
Rank: #1717.
Southside Alter Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3223 S Loop 1604 W
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1604
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1604
Grades: 6-12
| 15 students
Rank: #1818.
Frank M Tejeda Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12121 S E Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-4900
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-4900
Grades: 9-12
| 222 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bexar Co J J A E P
Alternative School
1460 Martinez Losoya Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1604
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1604
Grades: 8-9
| 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
16180 S Us Hwy 281
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
Grades: PK-K
| 930 students
78221, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bexar County J J A E P Middle School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1460 Martinez Losoya Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
Grades: 7-9
| 2 students
519 W Harding
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2900
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2900
Grades: PK-5
| 410 students
Jewel C Wietzel Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
9131 Yett Bldg 4
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3280
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3280
Grades: 12
| 1 students
1610 Martinez Losoya Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1602
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1602
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
635 Rayburn Dr
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3200
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3200
Grades: PK-5
| 360 students
Trinity Alternative Education (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1460 Martinez Losoya Rd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78221, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78221, TX include Idea South Flores Academy, Idea South Flores College Preparatory and Heritage Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78221?
20 public schools are located in 78221.
What percentage of students in 78221 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 78221 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78221?
78221 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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