For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,184 students in 78227, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78227, TX are Jay High School and Lighthouse High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78227 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78227, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78227 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jay High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78227, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jay High School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7611 Marbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-2700
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 397-2700
Grades: 9-12
| 2,102 students
Rank: #22.
Lighthouse High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8138 Westshire Dr
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 236-7693
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 236-7693
Grades: 9-12
| 82 students
78227, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8038 W Military Dr
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 774-9284
San Antonio, TX 78227
(210) 774-9284
Grades: 6-12
| 226 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78227, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78227, TX include Jay High School and Lighthouse High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78227?
2 public high schools are located in 78227.
What is the racial composition of students in 78227?
78227 public high schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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