Robert G Cole Middle/high School

Tucked inside Fort Sam Houston, Cole Middle/High School serves the military families stationed at one of San Antonio's most storied installations, and the academics here are genuinely impressive — especially in science, where the school ranks in the top 3% statewide. The tight-knit military community gives the school a disciplined, mission-oriented culture that tends to resonate with families who value structure alongside strong classroom performance. San Antonio itself offers plenty beyond the base, from the River Walk to the Pearl District, so students get the best of a close community feel with a vibrant city right outside the gate.