Summary:
The 78230 zip code in San Antonio is home to 12 diverse schools serving elementary through high school students, managed by a mix of large public districts like Northside Independent School District (Isd) and North East Independent School District (Isd), as well as several charter networks including Basis Texas and KIPP Texas Public Schools.
The academic landscape is sharply divided. Basis San Antonio- Shavano Campus is the clear standout, earning a 5-star rating and ranking in the 96th-99th percentile statewide with exceptional test scores and a 98.6% graduation rate. Eleanor Kolitz Hebrew Language Academy also performs well, with a 5-star rating and scores well above state averages. At the other end, Colonial Hills Elementary and Colonies North Elementary struggle significantly, ranking in the bottom 11% of Texas elementary schools with proficiency rates often in the teens. KIPP Somos Collegiate is a notable exception, achieving above-average results despite serving a high-needs population, with its state ranking improving from the 35th to the 58th percentile.
Key metrics reveal wide disparities. The average free/reduced lunch rate is about 63%, but top performers average just 9.1% while low performers average 82.3%. Spending per student ranges from $6,752 at Eleanor Kolitz to over $13,000 at some schools, yet higher spending does not guarantee better outcomes. A common challenge across many schools is a "middle school math slump," with 7th-grade math proficiency dropping to single digits at Hobby Middle and Jackson Middle. For parents, this means the zip code offers both elite options and schools facing serious academic hurdles, making school choice critical.
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