Summary:
The 78259 zip code in San Antonio, Texas, is home to seven schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the high-performing North East Independent School District (Isd) except for one alternative charter school, Laurel Ridge, which operates under the University Of Texas University Charter School.
The standout for academic excellence is Johnson High School, ranked in the 94th percentile statewide with a 5-star rating, a 95.2% graduation rate, and test scores far exceeding state averages—for example, 92% proficiency in U.S. History versus 70% statewide. Among elementary schools, Roan Forest Elementary leads with a 5-star rating and 93rd percentile rank, while Bulverde Creek and Encino Park Elementary also consistently outperform state averages. The middle schools, Hill Middle and Tejeda Middle, are strong overall but share a notable weakness: a dramatic drop in 7th-grade math proficiency, with only 31.76% and 15.45% proficient, respectively, despite exceptional performance in advanced math like Algebra I. In contrast, Laurel Ridge is a small, low-performing charter school with a 0-star rating and critically low test scores, though it has a 0% dropout rate and high per-student spending.
A key takeaway is the consistent superiority of NEISD schools over state averages across all subjects and grade levels, making this zip code a strong choice for families seeking high-quality public education. However, the 7th-grade math slump at both middle schools is a specific area for parents to investigate. Additionally, Roan Forest Elementary stands out for its successful bilingual program, with Spanish-language STAAR scores comparable to English-language results, while Laurel Ridge presents a paradox of high spending and low academic output, likely serving a very high-need population.
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