For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,045 students in 78239, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78239, TX are Idea Walzem College Preparatory, Heritage Academy Of Windcrest and Royal Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78239 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78239, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78239, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Walzem College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6445 Walzem Rd
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 239-4600
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 239-4600
Gr: 6-12 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Heritage Academy Of Windcrest
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8750 Fourwinds Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 354-7753
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 354-7753
Gr: PK-5 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Royal Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5933 Royal Ridge
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 407-7000
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 407-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Heritage Academy Of San Antonio
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8750 Fourwinds Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 510-4640
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 510-4640
Gr: 6 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Montgomery Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7047 Montgomery Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 407-5000
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 407-5000
Gr: K-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Windcrest Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
465 Faircrest Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 407-9600
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 407-9600
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #77.
Harmony School Of Innovation - San Antonio
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8125 Glen Mont Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 265-1575
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 265-1575
Gr: PK-8 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Compass Rose Journey
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Crestwind Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 540-9265
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 540-9265
Gr: PK-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
78239, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Eagle Charter School - San Ant (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
6663 Walzem
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 654-9220
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 654-9220
Gr: K-12 | 119 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Shekinah Walzem Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6663 Walzem Rd
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 967-6933
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 967-6933
Gr: PK-5 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78239, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78239, TX include Idea Walzem College Preparatory, Heritage Academy Of Windcrest and Royal Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78239?
8 public elementary schools are located in 78239.
What is the racial composition of students in 78239?
78239 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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