For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,744 students in 78229, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78229, TX are Holmgreen Center, Ut - University Charter School At High Point and Glenoaks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78229 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78229, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78229, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holmgreen Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8580 Ewing Halsell
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5460
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-5460
Gr: PK-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Ut - University Charter School At High Point
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1603 Babcock Rd Ste 148
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 834-4127
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 834-4127
Gr: 1-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Glenoaks Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5103 Newcome Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-2300
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Mead Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3803 Mid Horizon Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-1750
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-1750
Gr: PK-5 | 887 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Reddix Center
Alternative School
4711 Sid Katz
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 397-2401
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 elementary schools in 78229, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78229, TX include Holmgreen Center, Ut - University Charter School At High Point and Glenoaks Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78229?
5 public elementary schools are located in 78229.
What is the racial composition of students in 78229?
78229 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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