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Best 78228 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 9,060 students in 78228, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,043 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 78228, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78228, TX are Idea Ingram Hills Academy, Idea Ingram Hills College Preparatory and Esparza Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78228 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78228, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78228, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Ingram Hills Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3115 Majestic Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 529-3700
Gr: K-5 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Idea Ingram Hills College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3115 Majestic Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 529-3700
Gr: 6-12 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Esparza Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5700 Hemphill Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 397-1850
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Villarreal Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2902 White Tail Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 397-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2900 W Woodlawn Ave
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 438-6545
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Glass Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
519 Clearview Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 397-1950
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Ross Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3630 Callaghan Rd
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 397-6350
Gr: 6-8 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
Gus Garcia Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3306 Ruiz St
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 898-4160
Gr: 6-8 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Fenwick Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1930 Waverly Ave
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 438-6540
Gr: PK-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Loma Park Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
400 Aurora Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 898-4220
Gr: PK-5 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Martin Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
730 Canterbury Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 398-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1212.
Longfellow Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1130 E Sunshine Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 438-6520
Gr: 6-8 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1313.
Woodlawn Hills Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
110 W Quill Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 438-6565
Gr: PK-5 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1414.
Memorial High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1227 Memorial St
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 898-4110
Gr: 9-12 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1515.
Bexar County Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1481 Hillcrest Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 432-8600
Gr: PK-8 | 153 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Cardenas Center
3300 Ruiz St
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 898-4270
Gr: PK | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Valor San Antonio
Charter School
4300 Centerview Dr
San Antonio, TX 78228
(210) 903-0383
Gr: K-9 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78228, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78228, TX include Idea Ingram Hills Academy, Idea Ingram Hills College Preparatory and Esparza Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78228?
17 public schools are located in 78228.
What percentage of students in 78228 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 78228 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78228?
78228 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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