For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 8,998 students in 78216, TX (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,279 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 78216, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78216, TX are Basis San Antonio- Shavano Campus, Basis San Antonio Pri- Medical Center Campus and Basis San Antonio- Pri North Central Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78216 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78216, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78216, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis San Antonio- Shavano Campus
Charter School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4114 Lockhill Selma Rd
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 874-9250
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 874-9250
Gr: 6-12 | 1,057 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Basis San Antonio Pri- Medical Center Campus
Charter School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8519 Floyd Curl Dr
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 319-5525
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 319-5525
Gr: K-5 | 799 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Basis San Antonio- Pri North Central Campus
Charter School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
318 E Ramsey Rd
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 775-4125
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 775-4125
Gr: K-5 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Great Hearts Online - Tx
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12500 San Pedro Avenue Ste 500
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 469-3828
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 469-3828
Gr: K-10 | 968 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Harmony Hills Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10727 Memory Ln
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 407-3800
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 407-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Churchill High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12049 Blanco Rd
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 356-0000
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 356-0000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,308 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #77.
Ridgeview Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8223 N Mccullough Ave
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 407-6600
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 407-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Eisenhower Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8231 Blanco Rd
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 356-3500
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 356-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 951 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #99.
Somerset Academy Lone Star
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25 Burwood Ln
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 998-4452
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 998-4452
Gr: K-5 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Nimitz Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5426 Blanco Rd
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 356-5300
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 356-5300
Gr: 6-8 | 995 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Alter High School
Alternative School
103 W Rampart
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 356-7400
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 356-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Alter Middle School
Alternative School
103 W Rampart
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 356-7400
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 356-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
Basis Leander Primary
Charter School
404 E Ramsey Ste 106
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 981-1071
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 981-1071
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78216, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78216, TX include Basis San Antonio- Shavano Campus, Basis San Antonio Pri- Medical Center Campus and Basis San Antonio- Pri North Central Campus.
How many public schools are located in 78216?
14 public schools are located in 78216.
What percentage of students in 78216 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 78216 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78216?
78216 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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