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Best 78229 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,656 students in 78229, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 389 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 78229, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78229, TX are Health Careers High School, Holmgreen Center and Ut - University Charter School At High Point. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78229 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78229, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78229, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Health Careers High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
4646 Hamilton Wolfe
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Holmgreen Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
8580 Ewing Halsell
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5460
Gr: PK-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Ut - University Charter School At High Point
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1603 Babcock Rd Ste 148
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 834-4127
Gr: 1-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Glenoaks Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5103 Newcome Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Mead Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3803 Mid Horizon Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-1750
Gr: PK-5 | 887 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Daep At Holmgreen
Alternative School
8580 Ewing Halsell
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5460
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: n/an/a
Reddix Center
Alternative School
4711 Sid Katz
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-2401
Gr: 2-12 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78229, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78229, TX include Health Careers High School, Holmgreen Center and Ut - University Charter School At High Point.
How many public schools are located in 78229?
7 public schools are located in 78229.
What percentage of students in 78229 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 78229 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78229?
78229 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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