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Best 78109 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 8,978 students in 78109, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 197 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 78109, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78109, TX are Idea Converse College Preparatory, Elolf Steam Academy and Miller Point Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78109 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78109, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78109, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Converse College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5490 Fm 1516
Converse, TX 78109
(956) 377-8000
Gr: 6-10 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Elolf Steam Academy
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6335 Beech Trl
Converse, TX 78109
(210) 661-1130
Gr: PK-5 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Miller Point Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7027 Misty Rdg
Converse, TX 78109
(210) 590-3110
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Copperfield Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7595 E Loop 1604 N
Converse, TX 78109
(210) 619-0460
Gr: PK-5 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Judson Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
9695 Schaefer Rd
Converse, TX 78109
(210) 357-0801
Gr: 6-8 | 1,189 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Escondido Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5000 Texas Palm
Converse, TX 78109
(210) 945-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
James L Masters
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2650 Woodlake Pkwy
Converse, TX 78109
(210) 945-1150
Gr: PK-5 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
Converse Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6720 Fm 1516
Converse, TX 78109
(210) 945-1210
Gr: PK-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
Judson High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
9142 Fm 78
Converse, TX 78109
(210) 945-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,498 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1010.
Judson Care Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
102 School St
Converse, TX 78109
(210) 945-6730
Gr: 6-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Boysville
Alternative School
Charter School
8555 E Loop 1604 N
Converse, TX 78109
(210) 834-4127
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Idea Converse Academy
Charter School
5490 Fm 1516
Converse, TX 78109
(210) 529-3800
Gr: K-5 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78109, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78109, TX include Idea Converse College Preparatory, Elolf Steam Academy and Miller Point Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78109?
12 public schools are located in 78109.
What percentage of students in 78109 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 78109 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78109?
78109 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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