For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,073 students in 78239, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 78239, TX are Heritage Academy, Heritage Academy Of Windcrest and Idea Walzem College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78239 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78239, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78239, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heritage Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8750 Fourwinds Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 354-7753
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 354-7753
Grades: 7-8
| 28 students
Rank: #22.
Heritage Academy Of Windcrest
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8750 Fourwinds Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 354-7753
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 354-7753
Grades: PK-5
| 115 students
Rank: #33.
Idea Walzem College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6445 Walzem Rd
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 239-4600
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 239-4600
Grades: 6-12
| 748 students
Rank: #44.
Royal Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5933 Royal Ridge
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 407-7000
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 407-7000
Grades: PK-5
| 457 students
Rank: #55.
Montgomery Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7047 Montgomery Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 407-5000
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 407-5000
Grades: K-5
| 233 students
Rank: #66.
Windcrest Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
465 Faircrest Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 407-9600
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 407-9600
Grades: PK-5
| 491 students
Rank: #77.
Heritage Academy Of San Antonio
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8750 Fourwinds Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 510-4640
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 510-4640
Grades: 6
| 26 students
Rank: #88.
Harmony School Of Innovation - San Antonio
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8125 Glen Mont Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 265-1575
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 265-1575
Grades: PK-8
| 403 students
Rank: #99.
Compass Rose Journey
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Crestwind Dr
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 540-9265
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 540-9265
Grades: PK-8
| 572 students
78239, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Eagle Charter School - San Ant (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
6663 Walzem
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 654-9220
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 654-9220
Grades: K-12
| 119 students
Shekinah Walzem Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6663 Walzem Rd
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 967-6933
San Antonio, TX 78239
(210) 967-6933
Grades: PK-5
| 175 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78239, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78239, TX include Heritage Academy, Heritage Academy Of Windcrest and Idea Walzem College Preparatory.
How many public schools are located in 78239?
9 public schools are located in 78239.
What is the racial composition of students in 78239?
78239 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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