For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 4,480 students in 78223, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78223, TX are Schenck Elementary School, Mission Academy and Highland Forest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78223 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78223, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78223, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Schenck Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6718 Pecan Valley Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6865
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6865
Gr: PK-5 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Mission Academy
(Math: 37% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9210 S Presa St
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6880
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6880
Gr: PK-8 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Highland Forest Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3736 S E Military Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 333-7385
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 333-7385
Gr: PK-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Steele Montessori Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
260 Sally Gay Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6870
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6870
Gr: PK-8 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Highland Hills Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
734 Glamis Ave
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6860
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6860
Gr: PK-5 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Charles C Ball Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
343 Koehler Ct
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6845
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6845
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Harmony Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10625 Green Lk Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 633-0231
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 633-0231
Gr: PK-5 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78223, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78223, TX include Schenck Elementary School, Mission Academy and Highland Forest Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78223?
7 public preschools are located in 78223.
What is the racial composition of students in 78223?
78223 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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