For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 1,892 students in 78239, TX.
The top ranked public charter 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 charter schools in zipcode 78239 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78239, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78239, TX Public Charter 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.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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 charter schools in 78239, TX?
The top ranked public charter schools in 78239, TX include Heritage Academy, Heritage Academy Of Windcrest and Idea Walzem College Preparatory.
How many public charter schools are located in 78239?
6 public charter schools are located in 78239.
What is the racial composition of students in 78239?
78239 public charter schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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