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Best 78253 Texas Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 7,919 students in 78253, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78253, TX are Sst Northwest, Medina Valley Loma Alta Middle School and Bernal Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78253 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78253, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78253, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sst Northwest
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
12042 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 688-9990
Gr: PK-7 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Medina Valley Loma Alta Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
266 Cr 381
San Antonio, TX 78253
(830) 931-2243
Gr: 6-8 | 1,046 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Bernal Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
14045 San Antonio
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1900
Gr: 6-8 | 1,617 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Straus Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8092 Talley Rd
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2550
Gr: 6-8 | 1,363 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Briscoe Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4265 Lone Star Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,263 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Luna Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
200 N Grosenbacher
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-5300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,114 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #77.
Legacy Traditional School - Alamo Ranch
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
13632 Old Fm 471
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 431-9881
Gr: PK-8 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78253, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78253, TX include Sst Northwest, Medina Valley Loma Alta Middle School and Bernal Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78253?
7 public middle schools are located in 78253.
What is the racial composition of students in 78253?
78253 public middle schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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