For the 2025 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 22,058 students in 78253, TX (there are , serving 157 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 78253, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78253, TX are Potranco Elementary School, Cole Elementary School and Medina Valley Loma Alta Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 78253 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78253, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78253, TX ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Potranco Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
190 Cr 381 S
San Antonio, TX 78253
(830) 931-2243
San Antonio, TX 78253
(830) 931-2243
Gr: PK-5 | 892 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Cole Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13185 Tillman Ridge
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2100
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 1,203 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Medina Valley Loma Alta Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
266 Cr 381
San Antonio, TX 78253
(830) 931-2243
San Antonio, TX 78253
(830) 931-2243
Gr: 6-8 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Mireles Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12260 Rockwall Mill
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1500
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1500
Gr: PK-5 | 848 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Bernal Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14045 San Antonio
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1900
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1900
Gr: 6-8 | 1,522 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Straus Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8092 Talley Rd
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2550
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2550
Gr: 6-8 | 1,302 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
Hoffmann Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12118 Volunteer Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-8350
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-8350
Gr: PK-5 | 820 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
Harlan High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14350 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2200
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,458 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #99.
Briscoe Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4265 Lone Star Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1100
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,315 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1010.
Langley Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14185 Bella Vista Place
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-0150
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-0150
Gr: PK-5 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1111.
Ott Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 N Grosenbacher
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-5550
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-5550
Gr: PK-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1212.
Boldt Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
310 Hollimon Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2000
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1313.
Taft High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11600 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-6000
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,719 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1414.
Brennan High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Cottonwood Way
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1250
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1250
Gr: 9-12 | 3,052 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1515.
Luna Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 N Grosenbacher
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-5300
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-5300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,126 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1616.
Galm Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1454 Saxon Hill Dr
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-1150
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-1150
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1717.
Legacy Traditional School - Alamo Ranch
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13632 Old Fm 471
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 431-9881
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 431-9881
Gr: PK-8 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
7433 Sawmill Glade
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2900
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78253, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78253, TX include Potranco Elementary School, Cole Elementary School and Medina Valley Loma Alta Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 78253?
18 public schools are located in 78253.
What percentage of students in 78253 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 78253 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78253?
78253 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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