For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,359 students in 78202, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 315 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 78202, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78202, TX are Idea Carver College Preparatory, Idea Carver Academy and Young Men's Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78202 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78202, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78202, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Carver College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
217 Robinson Pl
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 223-8885
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 223-8885
Gr: 6-12 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Idea Carver Academy
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
217 Robinson Pl
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 223-8885
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 223-8885
Gr: K-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Young Men's Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
415 Gabriel St
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 354-9652
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 354-9652
Gr: 6-12 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1823 Nolan St
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 738-9840
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 738-9840
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Bowden Academy
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
515 Willow St
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 738-9770
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 738-9770
Gr: PK-8 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Healy-murphy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
618 Live Oak St
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 223-2944
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 223-2944
Gr: 9-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
618 Live Oak
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 223-2944
San Antonio, TX 78202
(210) 223-2944
Gr: PK | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78202, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78202, TX include Idea Carver College Preparatory, Idea Carver Academy and Young Men's Leadership Academy.
How many public schools are located in 78202?
7 public schools are located in 78202.
What percentage of students in 78202 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 78202 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78202?
78202 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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