For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 5,771 students in 78223, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78223, TX are Schenck Elementary School, Mission Academy and Highland Forest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78223 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78223, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78223, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Schenck Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6718 Pecan Valley Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6865
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6865
Gr: PK-5 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Mission Academy
(Math: 37% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9210 S Presa St
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6880
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6880
Gr: PK-8 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Highland Forest Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3736 S E Military Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 333-7385
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 333-7385
Gr: PK-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Steele Montessori Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
260 Sally Gay Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6870
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6870
Gr: PK-8 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Highland Hills Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
734 Glamis Ave
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6860
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6860
Gr: PK-5 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Charles C Ball Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
343 Koehler Ct
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6845
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6845
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Harmony Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10625 Green Lk Dr
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 633-0231
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 633-0231
Gr: PK-5 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
Hot Wells Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 Hot Wells Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6585
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6585
Gr: 6-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
314 Galway St
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6840
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 438-6840
Gr: 6-7 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Royal Academy Of Excellence
Charter School
4018 S Presa St
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 531-0300
San Antonio, TX 78223
(210) 531-0300
Gr: K-9 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78223, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78223, TX include Schenck Elementary School, Mission Academy and Highland Forest Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78223?
10 public elementary schools are located in 78223.
What is the racial composition of students in 78223?
78223 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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