For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,316 students in 78242, TX.
The top ranked public charter schools in 78242, TX are Idea Brackenridge Academy and Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78242 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78242, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78242, TX Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea Brackenridge Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5555 Old Pearsall Rd
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 639-3068
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 639-3068
Grades: K-5
| 657 students
Rank: #22.
Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5555 Old Pearsall Rd
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 239-4300
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 239-4300
Grades: 6-12
| 659 students
78242, Texas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7111 Apple Valley
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 623-8787
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 623-8787
Grades: 1-4
| 35 students
Shekinah Radiance Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
5203 Old Pearsall Rd
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 623-3030
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 623-3030
Grades: K-5
| 84 students
5622 Ray Ellison Dr
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 623-1800
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 623-1800
Grades: 9-12
| 570 students
5622 Ray Ellison Blvd
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 977-7000
San Antonio, TX 78242
(210) 977-7000
Grades: 9-12
| 519 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 78242, TX?
The top ranked public charter schools in 78242, TX include Idea Brackenridge Academy and Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory.
How many public charter schools are located in 78242?
2 public charter schools are located in 78242.
What is the racial composition of students in 78242?
78242 public charter schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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