For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,312 students in 78229, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78229, TX are Health Careers High School, Holmgreen Center and Ut - University Charter School At High Point. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78229 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 94% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78229, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78229 have a Graduation Rate of 66%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Health Careers High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78229, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Health Careers High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4646 Hamilton Wolfe
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5400
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Holmgreen Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8580 Ewing Halsell
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5460
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5460
Gr: PK-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Ut - University Charter School At High Point
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1603 Babcock Rd Ste 148
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 834-4127
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 834-4127
Gr: 1-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
Daep At Holmgreen
Alternative School
8580 Ewing Halsell
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5460
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5460
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: n/an/a
Reddix Center
Alternative School
4711 Sid Katz
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-2401
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-2401
Gr: 2-12 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78229, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78229, TX include Health Careers High School, Holmgreen Center and Ut - University Charter School At High Point.
How many public high schools are located in 78229?
5 public high schools are located in 78229.
What is the racial composition of students in 78229?
78229 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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