Empowering Minds: Education and Schools in Our Community
Diverse Educational Landscape
San Antonio provides a remarkably diverse and high-performing educational ecosystem, ideal for physician families. From nationally ranked public schools to elite private institutions and innovative charter programs, the city offers exceptional access to quality education—often within minutes of top medical centers and desirable neighborhoods.
- 19 independent school districts across the metropolitan area
- More than 80 private and parochial schools
- Multiple International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools
- Specialized magnet and charter school networks
- Robust investment in educational infrastructure and innovation
Premier Public School Districts
San Antonio’s leading public school districts offer top-tier academics, diverse programming, and college readiness that rivals many private institutions—making them a popular choice for physician families.
Alamo Heights Independent School District (AHISD)
- Top-rated Texas district with an "A" accountability rating
- Alamo Heights High School: top 1% nationally by U.S. News & World Report
- SAT scores 100+ points above the national average
- IB Diploma Programme with high completion rates
- $135 million bond improvements completed
- Leading STEM and dual-language programs
- 15:1 student-teacher ratio and 90%+ college matriculation
North East Independent School District (NEISD)
- Serves 60,000+ students with an "A" district rating
- Reagan and Johnson High Schools: consistently top-ranked
- North East School of the Arts (NESA) magnet program
- International School of the Americas and STEM Academy
- $500M bond investment in modern facilities
- 200+ National Merit Semifinalists in recent years
Northside Independent School District (NISD)
- Largest district in the city with over 100,000 students
- Health Careers High School: nationally ranked
- Communications Arts and Construction Careers Academies
- Dual language immersion and STEM innovation campuses
- $848M bond for new facilities, tech, and aquatics center
- State-recognized fine arts and athletics programs
Innovative Charter and Magnet Programs
- BASIS San Antonio: ranked among the most challenging schools nationally
- Great Hearts Monte Vista: classical liberal arts education
- School of Science and Technology: strong STEM emphasis
- Young Women’s Leadership Academy: 100% college acceptance
- CAST Tech High School: developed with H-E-B and Tech Bloc
- Advanced Learning Academy: project-based learning
- Bonham Academy: bilingual Spanish-English immersion
- Steele Montessori: first public Montessori in San Antonio
Prestigious Private Education
San Antonio’s private schools offer elite college prep curricula, small class sizes, and customized instruction—perfect for families seeking personalized academic pathways.
Keystone School
- 100% college placement with graduates attending top-tier universities
- 8:1 student-teacher ratio
- STEM and humanities integrated with critical thinking emphasis
- State-of-the-art science facility and award-winning academic teams
- Substantial financial aid and socioeconomic diversity
Saint Mary’s Hall
- Oldest independent school in the city
- Montessori preschool through 12th grade
- 9:1 ratio, 50+ advanced/AP courses
- $25M campus upgrade and championship athletics
- 40+ student organizations and robust arts programs
San Antonio Academy (for boys K-8)
- Rigorous, boy-focused curriculum
- Military-style leadership development program
- New $2M technology/innovation center
- Strong emphasis on public speaking and character education
Parochial and Faith-Based Options
Faith-based schools in San Antonio combine academic rigor with values-driven education, appealing to families seeking spiritual continuity alongside strong academics.
Antonian College Preparatory
- 30+ AP and dual credit courses
- 100% college acceptance rate
- Strong STREAM (Science, Tech, Religion, Engineering, Arts, Math) program
- Active fine arts and award-winning athletics
TMI Episcopal
- Only Episcopal school in San Antonio with boarding option
- IB Diploma Programme and 8:1 ratio
- Leadership-focused Corps of Cadets (optional)
- $1M+ in recent merit scholarships
- 28-acre campus with new facilities
Support for Special Educational Needs
Families with children requiring individualized education plans will find robust special education resources across public and private sectors.
- The Winston School for learning differences
- Monarch Academy for neurological diversity
- Brighton Center for early intervention
- Circle School and other progressive learning environments
- Extensive public district special education services
- Therapeutic schools and educational psychologists available
Higher Education Pipeline
San Antonio’s universities provide a complete educational continuum from preschool through graduate school—with strong ties to medical education and STEM preparation.
- University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA): 34,000+ students
- Trinity University: top-tier liberal arts college
- St. Mary’s University and University of the Incarnate Word
- Our Lady of the Lake University: social sciences focus
- Texas A&M San Antonio and Alamo Colleges District
- UT Health San Antonio: integrated medical/STEM pipeline
In San Antonio, your family can access exceptional, personalized education aligned with your children’s unique goals. The city offers the rare combination of academic excellence, location flexibility, and lifestyle integration that supports both your professional ambitions and your family’s future success.
