For the 2025 school year, there are 15 public elementary schools serving 13,829 students in 78253, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78253, TX are Potranco Elementary School, Cole Elementary School and Medina Valley Loma Alta Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78253 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78253, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78253, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Potranco Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
190 Cr 381 S
San Antonio, TX 78253
(830) 931-2243
San Antonio, TX 78253
(830) 931-2243
Grades: PK-5
| 892 students
Rank: #22.
Cole Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13185 Tillman Ridge
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2100
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2100
Grades: PK-5
| 1,203 students
Rank: #33.
Medina Valley Loma Alta Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
266 Cr 381
San Antonio, TX 78253
(830) 931-2243
San Antonio, TX 78253
(830) 931-2243
Grades: 6-8
| 919 students
Rank: #44.
Mireles Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12260 Rockwall Mill
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1500
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1500
Grades: PK-5
| 848 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Bernal Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14045 San Antonio
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1900
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1900
Grades: 6-8
| 1,522 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Straus Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8092 Talley Rd
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2550
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2550
Grades: 6-8
| 1,302 students
Rank: #77.
Hoffmann Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12118 Volunteer Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-8350
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-8350
Grades: PK-5
| 820 students
Rank: #88.
Briscoe Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4265 Lone Star Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1100
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1100
Grades: 6-8
| 1,315 students
Rank: #99.
Langley Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14185 Bella Vista Place
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-0150
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-0150
Grades: PK-5
| 658 students
Rank: #1010.
Ott Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 N Grosenbacher
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-5550
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-5550
Grades: PK-5
| 589 students
Rank: #1111.
Boldt Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
310 Hollimon Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2000
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2000
Grades: PK-5
| 926 students
Rank: #1212.
Luna Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 N Grosenbacher
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-5300
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-5300
Grades: 6-8
| 1,126 students
Rank: #1313.
Galm Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1454 Saxon Hill Dr
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-1150
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-1150
Grades: PK-5
| 467 students
Rank: #1414.
Legacy Traditional School - Alamo Ranch
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13632 Old Fm 471
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 431-9881
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 431-9881
Grades: PK-8
| 604 students
Rank: n/an/a
7433 Sawmill Glade
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2900
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2900
Grades: PK-5
| 638 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78253, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78253, TX include Potranco Elementary School, Cole Elementary School and Medina Valley Loma Alta Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78253?
15 public elementary schools are located in 78253.
What is the racial composition of students in 78253?
78253 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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