For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 3,363 students in 78238, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78238, TX are Scarborough Elementary School, Sst Discovery and Powell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78238 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78238, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78238, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scarborough Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12280 Silver Pointe
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 397-8000
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 397-8000
Gr: PK-5 | 925 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Sst Discovery
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5707 Bandera Rd
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 543-1111
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 543-1111
Gr: PK-7 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Powell Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6003 Thunder Dr
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 397-0450
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 397-0450
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Driggers Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6901 Shadow Mist
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 397-5900
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 397-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Linton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2103 Oakhill Rd
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 397-0750
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 397-0750
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Southwest Prep Northwest Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6535 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 432-2634
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 432-2634
Gr: PK-5 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
13969 Blanco River Run
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 397-8500
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 397-8500
Gr: PK-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
5900 Evers Rd
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 397-8500
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 397-8500
Gr: PK | 45 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78238, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78238, TX include Scarborough Elementary School, Sst Discovery and Powell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78238?
9 public preschools are located in 78238.
What is the racial composition of students in 78238?
78238 public preschools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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