2023 Best High Schools for Athletes in the San Antonio Area

• Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.02 out of 5  564 reviews

Senior: There is so much opportunity and room fo explore at this school. They offer many options for kids to try and figure out what they like to do and don't like to do! The teachers care about their students a lot and a lot of resources are provided to help the students with learning. Also, there's a variety of teachers with different teaching styles! What I would change is the fact that you need to set an academic path for yourself as a freshman that determines your future years at the school. Mine has changed twice already and I think it makes things a bit scarier and boxed un for kids when they first enter high school. But other than that, the school is pretty great!... Read 564 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 20

• San Antonio, TX•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4 out of 5  248 reviews

Senior: Antonian is such a great school, that has an even more supportive community that encompasses it! Not only do they provide and amazing education for all, but have numerous State winning athletic programs, such as Basketball, Cross Country and Volleyball. Their cheer and dance programs are also outstanding as they continue to bring National Championships to the school as well as being great spirit leaders for the school. The school offers so many different clubs and organizations with excited staff that are eager to engage with their students with their endeavors. The campus ministry program is fantastic as they offer IHS retreats for students of all grade levels, Kairos retreats exclusively for seniors, have retreats for every grade level, allow students to help lead weekly mass as Extraordinary ministers, lectors and be in choir. Antonian has a very strong sense of school spirit that all students love to partake in.... Read 248 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Total number of sports —

• San Antonio, TX•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  134 reviews

Works Here: Central Catholic High School is a premier all-boys institution that has had to adapt and change over the last 170 years; however, the school's culture and traditions have not been altered. From the first moment you step onto campus you are welcomed as family and invited to experience the school's mission in action. It is a true privilege to serve this school community and be a witness to the development of the young men who say YES to CCHS. This environment challenges students to perform at their best and will support each student in his endeavors of reaching his success. This is the same sentiment for those members of the Faculty and Staff. There is a sense of pride and love felt daily in the hallways. With award-winning programs (JROTC, Band, Athletics, Academics, etc.), CCHS is what a student - a parent - a faculty member - a Marianist - makes of it. This special place will continue to serve the families of San Antonio and surrounding areas for the next 170+ years!... Read 134 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 12

• Judson Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.53 out of 5  752 reviews

Senior: Judson High School is an extremely well rounded school. From a great football team, to an anime club there are so many things to get involved with and to make new memories! We offer a variety of programs, including: dental, radiology, medical, law enforcement, computer science, automotive, social services, business, design, veterinary, animal science, and more! We are a school who offers resources to ensure every student can do their possible best with the guidance of our fantastic counselors and tutors on campus. Judson High School is a school which is centered around involvement and community, which is my favorite part of it.... Read 752 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A+

• Total number of sports 20

• New Braunfels, TX•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  37 reviews

Parent: NBCA is a great school, the teachers are truly happy to be there and not just there for a paycheck. Most of them have kids enrolled in school. This shows you what amazing moms/teachers they are. I have had 2 kids in NBCA from Pre K 3 up to 2nd grade. Nick Reeves and Darren West are the tip of the spear when it comes to a succesful chritian school!... Read 37 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Total number of sports 16

• Randolph Field Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.88 out of 5  125 reviews

Sophomore: This high school, Randolph High School offered me many opportunities, and the people here are wonderful. The staff is kind and the teachers aren't prejudiced. The students are well put together and are extremely hardworking.... Read 125 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A minus

• Total number of sports 20

• San Antonio, TX•

• Private School•

• 6-12

• •
  Rating 4.05 out of 5  93 reviews

Parent: From the minute we walked into this school something about it made us feel welcomed instantly. We was greeted and helped right away. The school and staff have been nothing but helpful throughout our child first year here at HolyCross. Parents involvement throughout the academic school year is a must for us we are able to access our child progress at anytime or set up conference if necessary. We as a family just feel safe and comfortable for our child to continue to go to Holy Cross of Sam Antonio. It’s just an excellent school.... Read 93 reviews

• grade B

• grade A minus

• Total number of sports 12

• North East Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  660 reviews

Senior: Reagan High School can be a very prestigious high school at times. Your class rank and grades are taken very seriously among the teachers and students. However, our Fine Arts programs are exceptional! Our art, choir, orchestra, band, theater and speech and debate programs have all received outstanding awards and recognitions throughout the last two decades. There are dozens of electives and clubs you can join to make friends and find your passions and interests.... Read 660 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A minus

• Total number of sports 20

• San Antonio, TX•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.37 out of 5  71 reviews

Parent: We are so happy that we discovered Lutheran High School for our daughter! She is genuinely happy to go to school each day. The academics are excellent. There are several Honors and AP options (History, English, Calculus I & II, Comp Science, Spanish etc) as well as dual credit engineering classes. Importantly, the students are not stressed out and miserable because the teachers and social environment are supportive and nurturing. Bullying and other toxic social issues that are prevalent at other schools are not present here. Athletics are top notch and welcoming to all abilities. Home games and even out of town games are well-attended by students, faculty and parents even if they don't have an athlete on the team. The Robotics, E-Sports, One Act Play etc provide excellent extracurricular opportunities. Overall, the school provides a quietly superior environment to educate and prepare intelligent and compassionate students for college.... Read 71 reviews

• grade A

• grade A minus

• Total number of sports 20

• Judson Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.08 out of 5  52 reviews

Senior: My senior class of 2020 would have been the first class to complete all four years of high school and graduate since our class was the one that opened up the school back in 2016. As a brand new school, we had the opportunity to create all new and lasting traditions that would leave a legacy. Although cut short by the pandemic, the teachers I've had have undoubtedly made me the person I am today by instilling in me a strong work ethic, determination, and have a true genuine care for the well-being of their students. The relationships I've had with not only the teachers, but the students is one i'll never forget! Although our class has definitely had its fair share of hiccups and being used as a guinea-pig class, I firmly believe that the Veterans Memorial class of 2020 is a true testament to the importance of resilience and that was made possible through the opportunities and environment that the school, teachers, coaches, and administration has provided their students!... Read 52 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A minus

• Total number of sports 20

• San Antonio, TX•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.15 out of 5  186 reviews

Alum: The faculty and staff at this school amaze me! They invest in the lives of their students, they seem equally passionate about enhancing a students education as well as their spiritual and emotional maturity, and are willing to go above and beyond to engage with their students and establish meaningful relationships with them. I met some amazing mentors through my teachers during my time here, but I also found a strong group of friends who were passionate about pursuing Christ. SACS provided a safe, encouraging, and fulfilling environment in which I could establish a firm idea of what it means to abide in Christ in my day to day life.... Read 186 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A minus

• Total number of sports 12

• North East Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.07 out of 5  753 reviews

Junior: There's so many opportunities at Johnson, and all the programs are so well managed. It's rare to find a school that's competitive at football, wrestling, basketball, band, orchestra, choir, and theater. Band and orchestra have even performed and competed at the national level! The academic programs are strong and produce incredible AP scores. It's an amazing school, no wonder we have more transfers every year.... Read 753 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A minus

• Total number of sports 20

• Alamo Heights Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.88 out of 5  331 reviews

Alum: Alamo Heights High School is full of funding and opportunities that exponentially benefit its students. The culture of the school is very much a double edged sword; the majority of students are high performing and of above average intelligence, which propels individuals to be as successful as their peers, however students of average intelligence are often left to believe they are “dumb”. The community of Alamo Heights is predominantly white, and is generationally consistent. There are many students whose parents and grandparents went to their high school. The resources and education quality made accessible to students is unlike anywhere else. The hyper-privileged, exclusive community surrounding the school can be harmful to “outsiders” or minorities.... Read 331 reviews

• grade A

• grade A minus

• Total number of sports 12

• Boerne Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.04 out of 5  380 reviews

Senior: Boerne Champion offers students many opportunities starting from the moment they walk into the doors their freshman year. They provide many options for both students who know what they want to study in college as well as options who students who may still be questioning their futures. The faculty and staff work hard in order to prepare students for their futures by providing challenging courses but also by providing support for the students. The classes are challenging yet engaging and more than prepare the students for what they will come across after graduation wether they are going to a university, community college, trade school etc. I am fully confident that my four years at Boerne Champion have prepared me as well as my peers in the best ways possible to succeed in the years to come.... Read 380 reviews

• grade A

• grade A minus

• Total number of sports 4

• Comal Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.8 out of 5  444 reviews

Senior: Smithson Valley is one of the best schools in Texas. The academics are extremely competitive and so are the sports teams. Every teacher there is nice with an exception of a few older teachers. The dress code and other school policies are normal. Whenever there is an on-campus issue, the administration is always quick and discrete when handling the issue, communicating to the parents, staff, and students with transparency. ComalISD itself is run very well and the environment is uplifting and positive. The only critiques I have for Smithson Valley HS is that it does not validate its artists enough. The art department is severely underfunded and overshadowed by the many other electives offered on campus, mainly those that participate in UIL activities.... Read 444 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A minus

• Total number of sports 4

• Boerne, TX•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.21 out of 5  42 reviews

Alum: The Geneva school of Boerne demands excellence in everything and truly creates critical thinkers. I went to Geneva for 12 years and it was the most fruitful and challenging years of my life. They taught me to strive for excellence in everything, whilst honoring God and respecting my teachers and peers. Geneva is a special place. They truly instill a lifetime of learning and they teach us to stand up for what we believe in. This school is a classical christian education, but it’s a place of cultivated wonder. From gracefully guiding us through the Mediterranean Sea, sailing in the midst of Odysseus; to surviving a shipwreck with Robinson Crusoe; to skillfully weaving our way around Boo Radley’s house with Scout and Jem. Geneva is home and the community around is inviting and walk alongside you through the difficult years of adolescence. They prepare you not only for checking the boxes and getting into college, but they most importantly prepare you to be a disciple of Jesus Christ.... Read 42 reviews

• grade A

• grade A minus

• Total number of sports 12

• North East Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.06 out of 5  505 reviews

Senior: I moved to San Antonio the summer before my junior year, and since then, I've had an excellent experience at Churchill High School. This high school has some of the most remarkable and passionate teachers I've ever met, which has enriched my high school career so much. They have a number of extracurriculars and clubs that connect students and make each person at Churchill High School feel like they are part of a special community. One thing that Churchill High School can improve on is to reduce its use of paper. Unlike other schools I've been at, Churchill High School is more traditional in their use of pen and paper, and it could possibly transition to lending laptops to each student, which could also enrich their learning experience at home.... Read 505 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A minus

• Total number of sports 20

• New Braunfels, TX•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.13 out of 5  23 reviews

Niche User: Exceptional staff and faculty and advancement team! Wonderful group parents and excellent students. Our two children who attended SJPII have a firm, Judeo-Christian based foundation upon which to build. Strongly recommend SJPII.... Read 23 reviews

• grade A

• grade B+

• Total number of sports 19

• Medina Valley Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.64 out of 5  268 reviews

Alum: I had a good experience while at MV, they offer numerous extra curricular activities and student organizations for their students to be apart of. Like most schools their is diversity between the students and the school doesn't do much to bring everyone together or to see each other as equal, at times certain people are favored more for certain things which can lead to missed opportunities for some students. Aside from this it truly is a great school, the teachers for the most part are very understanding and try to connect with their students, they work hard to ensure everyone is following with the curriculum and offer tutoring before and after school. One thing I loved was the school spirit Medina Valley has, they loved throwing pep rallies for students and creating themes for students to dress up and engage throughout the school year.... Read 268 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade B+

• Total number of sports 36

• Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.85 out of 5  453 reviews

Senior: I honestly really enjoyed my experience at Clemens, speaking a senior now GET INVOLVED AND KEEP ON TOP OF YOUR WORK! Your experience will be so much more enjoyable spending time with people who share similar interests, and when you can have two off periods your senior year. Take journalism/join the publications! The teacher, and organization is something I am extremely grateful for. I have met some of my best friends through that program, and still talk to past graduates today. You will learn real world experience, and BEEF up your resume in ways not thought possible. Take Dual Credit classes! They are insanely better and easier than AP and the teachers are amazing (plus you will receive college credit from just taking the class). I do wish however, COVID-19 was dealt with better, but that is not the schools fault more so Texas in general.... Read 453 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade B+

• Total number of sports 20

• Northside Independent School District (San Antonio), TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.96 out of 5  1,004 reviews

Senior: Attending Brennan High School was an opportunity that I will never regret taking up. The access to a well-taught education, a large campus, and resources that allow for educational growth is what makes Brennan High School a good school. I was able to converse and connect with a number of students and teachers, and even share memories that some may view as monumental or historic. Our athletic and sports shine their way throughout Brennan, with our glowing football and soccer teams. The only thing I wish Brennan could change would be the student's will to learn. Learning is something I idealize, and I know that due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the will to learn has diminished for many students. So I hope, for future students, that Brennan alters its ways in order to incorporate all the new students that come in.... Read 1,004 reviews

• grade B+

• grade B+

• Total number of sports 10

• Somerset Independent School District, TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.59 out of 5  146 reviews

Senior: Somerset high school is not just a high school. The admin are doing a great job at keeping everything in order during these COVID-19 times by having, COVID screening every Monday, quarantine anyone who come out positive and the people that were around that person. Other ways they are doing their part for us is enforcing masks, and enforcing 6 feet social distancing as much as possible. This school is also amazing at the college work. I have been helped so much just this year alone due to not many people seeking it. They will help you with whatever you need with college just like they did with me!. Somerset High School is an amazing place for high school education and I am very grateful to have gotten my education from here!... Read 146 reviews

• grade C+

• grade B+

• Total number of sports 22

• San Antonio, TX•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.12 out of 5  217 reviews

Senior: From the day I arrived I've loved Incarnate Word! Everything from the modular schedule to the teachers to the best friends I've made! I really enjoyed the modular schedule at Incarnate Word. It allowed me to get my homework done during the day and taught me important time management skills. That way when I went home I hardly had to do any homework. I just had to study. I'm glad I learned time management skills by going through the schedule because I feel this has prepped me for college! Another thing the teachers there are great! They really want you to succeed and are always there to help you out. The class sizes are only about 15-23 people so the teachers are easy to access outside of class if you have questions or need help on a concept. Regarding the school atmosphere, all the girls here are very nice and we uplift one another. I met some of my best friends here and we will continue to stay in contact even after we graduate from high school.... Read 217 reviews

• grade A

• grade B+

• Total number of sports 10

• Northside Independent School District (San Antonio), TX•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.95 out of 5  603 reviews

Junior: O'Connor is the absolute BEST school in the San Antonio Area, it's the most supportive, diverse, and inclusive school you'll ever come across. My experience has been nothing but great, and got me into a Top 20 College. The teachers are amazing, and there's tons of stuff to get involved in. It's the only NISD campus that's outdoors, and getting sun everyday is one of my favorite things about O'Connor. Administration is so close, and are fantastic with parents, they know ALL their students names. The Counseling Department is award winning, and O'Connor is so privldeged to have them. The students are kind and respectful. Everyday is a good day at O'Connor.... Read 603 reviews

• grade A

• grade B+

• Total number of sports 10

• Bulverde, TX•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 3.79 out of 5  29 reviews

Parent: Call me to discuss 214-770-6802 Classroom: They have excellent teachers, and student/teacher ratio. This allows them to build relationships, and to teach to the students with a Biblical Worldview. Education Options / Support: (Bracken is GROWing!) Bracken offers the Stream, Flex & Shield Programs. Families can pick the program that best meets their students & family needs. Students can attend 2 or 3 days a week and be part of the campus community. They offer the Shield Program for students who have learning differences and offer skills to succeed. Families had to drive miles for this assistance- we now have it! Values: Bracken teaches & models our home values:Christian Faith, Love of Country, Respect for Others, Serving our Community. Bracken Students serve in the community several times a year. Involvement: Parent involvement includes substitute teaching, volunteering at sports events, or being on a committee. Parent Input is encouraged, solicited & appreciated.... Read 29 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade B+

• Total number of sports 8