For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 4,245 students in 78204, TX.
The top ranked public charter schools in 78204, TX are Kipp Aspire Academy, Kipp University Prep High School and Harris Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78204 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78204, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78204, TX Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kipp Aspire Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
239 Stark St
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 735-7300
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 735-7300
Grades: 5-8
| 512 students
Rank: #22.
Kipp University Prep High School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
239 Stark St
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 290-8720
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 290-8720
Grades: 9-12
| 734 students
Rank: #33.
Harris Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
325 Pruitt Ave
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 228-1220
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 228-1220
Grades: 6-8
| 723 students
Rank: #44.
Briscoe Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2015 S Flores St
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 228-3305
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 228-3305
Grades: PK-5
| 460 students
Rank: #55.
Kipp Esperanza Primary
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
239 Stark St
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 888-6601
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 888-6601
Grades: K-4
| 502 students
Rank: #66.
Burbank High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1002 Edwards St
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 228-1210
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 228-1210
Grades: 9-12
| 1,314 students
78204, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Girls And Boys Town Shelter Of Sa (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
503 Urban Loop
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 299-5500
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 299-5500
Grades: 2-11
| 12 students
107 Blue Star
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 737-9377
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 737-9377
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
302 Tipton Ave
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 533-5521
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 533-5521
Grades: PK-5
| 244 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 78204, TX?
The top ranked public charter schools in 78204, TX include Kipp Aspire Academy, Kipp University Prep High School and Harris Middle School.
How many public charter schools are located in 78204?
6 public charter schools are located in 78204.
What is the racial composition of students in 78204?
78204 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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