For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,893 students in 78240, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78240, TX are Great Hearts Forest Heights and Marshall High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78240 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78240, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78240 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Marshall High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78240, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Great Hearts Forest Heights
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5538 Research Dr
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 892-3665
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 892-3665
Grades: K-10
| 1,230 students
Rank: #22.
Marshall High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8000 Lobo Ln
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 397-7100
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 397-7100
Grades: 9-12
| 2,587 students
Rank: n/an/a
Compass Rose Impact
Charter School
5450 Babcock Rd
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 274-6115
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 274-6115
Grades: 8-12
| 76 students
78240, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Elementary Aep (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
7111 Huebner Rd
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 706-7399
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 706-7399
Grades: K-5
| 7 students
Sunset High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
8000 Lobo Ln
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 706-7198
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 706-7198
Grades: 10-12
| 97 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78240, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78240, TX include Great Hearts Forest Heights and Marshall High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78240?
3 public high schools are located in 78240.
What is the racial composition of students in 78240?
78240 public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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