- BEHLAU EL — 1.4 mi · Grades PK–5 · 623 students
- WERNLI EL — 1.7 mi · Grades PK–5 · 737 students
- MORA EL — 1.8 mi · Grades PK–5 · 569 students
- LIECK EL — 2.2 mi · Grades PK–5 · 631 students
- OTT EL — 2.7 mi · Grades PK–5 · 606 students
- LUNA MIDDLE — 2.8 mi · Grades 6–8 · 1,114 students
- BERNAL MIDDLE — 3.0 mi · Grades 6–8 · 1,617 students
- LANGLEY EL — 3.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 717 students
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| Metric | Northside Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 102,719 | 3,544 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 124 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,126/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 31% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 49th percentile → 5/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Northside Independent School District
Northside Independent School District serves zip code 78245, covering San Antonio, Texas with grades Pre-K – 12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
With a rating of 5/10 (average), Northside Independent School District ranks among Texas’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Texas’ STAAR grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2023 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Texas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Northside Independent School District falls near the middle of Texas on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 78245
Children in zip code 78245 are assigned to Northside Independent School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 78245, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Northside Independent School District at (210)397-8500 or visit www.nisd.net/. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Texas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in San Antonio
For families considering a purchase in the San Antonio area, district assignment matters financially. Because Northside Independent School District serves zip code 78245, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 78245 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Texas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Northside Independent School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 78245.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Northside Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 78245 data.