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Best 78245 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 19 public schools serving 11,997 students in 78245, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 71 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 78245, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78245, TX are Idea Mays Academy, Wernli Elementary School and Idea Mays College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78245 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78245, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78245, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Mays Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1210 Horal Rd
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 529-3200
Gr: K-5 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Wernli Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1881 Arcadia Path
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 398-2450
Gr: PK-5 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Idea Mays College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1210 Horal Rd
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 529-3200
Gr: 6-12 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Idea Burke Academy
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10434 Marbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 239-4650
Gr: K-5 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Idea Burke College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
10434 Marbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 239-4650
Gr: 6-11 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Fisher Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3430 Barrel Pass
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 397-4450
Gr: PK-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Great Hearts Western Hills
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
8702 Ingram Rd
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 888-9488
Gr: K-11 | 1,326 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #88.
Lieck Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
12600 Reid Ranch
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 398-1450
Gr: PK-5 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #99.
Forester Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
10726 Rousseau
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 397-0200
Gr: PK-5 | 723 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1010.
Behlau Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2355 Camp Light Way
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 398-1000
Gr: PK-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1111.
Harmony Science Academy (San Antonio)
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
8505 Lakeside Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 674-7788
Gr: K-12 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1212.
Mora Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1520 American Lotus
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 398-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1313.
Michael Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3155 Quiet Plain
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 397-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1414.
Cody Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
10403 Dugas Dr
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 397-1650
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1515.
Hatchett Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
10700 Ingram Rd
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 397-6850
Gr: PK-5 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1616.
Adams Hill Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
9627 Adams Hill Dr
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 397-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1717.
Pease Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
201 Hunt Ln
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 397-2950
Gr: 6-8 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative High School
Alternative School
144 Hunt Ln
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 397-7080
Gr: 9-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Idea Ambrose And Freda Robinson Academy
Charter School
10170 Kriewald Rd
San Antonio, TX 78245
(210) 239-4970
Gr: K-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78245, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78245, TX include Idea Mays Academy, Wernli Elementary School and Idea Mays College Preparatory.
How many public schools are located in 78245?
19 public schools are located in 78245.
What percentage of students in 78245 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 78245 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78245?
78245 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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