For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 3,272 students in 78221, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 78221, TX are H W Schulze Elementary School, Gillette Elementary School and Vestal Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 78221 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 78221, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78221, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
H W Schulze Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9131 Yett Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3250
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3250
Gr: PK-5 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Gillette Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
625 Gillette Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3100
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #33.
Vestal Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1102 Cantrell Dr
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3350
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-3350
Gr: PK-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Bellaire Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
142 E Amber Pl
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2850
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 989-2850
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
16180 S Us Hwy 281
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 882-1600
Gr: PK-K | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 78221, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 78221, TX include H W Schulze Elementary School, Gillette Elementary School and Vestal Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 78221?
5 public preschools are located in 78221.
What is the racial composition of students in 78221?
78221 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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