For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,030 students in 78538, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 78538, TX are Monte Alto Elementary School, Edcouch-elsa H S Academy and Jose Borrego Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78538 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 78538, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78538, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monte Alto Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25149 First St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1601
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1601
Grades: PK-5
| 385 students
Rank: #22.
Edcouch-elsa H S Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
211 N Yellowjacket Dr
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0151
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0151
Grades: 9-12
| 35 students
Rank: #33.
Jose Borrego Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25149 First St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1374
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1374
Grades: 6-8
| 199 students
Rank: #44.
L B J Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Fannin St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6010
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6010
Grades: K-5
| 449 students
Rank: #55.
Edcouch-elsa High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 N Yellowjacket Dr
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6074
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6074
Grades: 9-12
| 1,285 students
Rank: #66.
Carlos Truan J High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Mile 4 N And Mile 17
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6082
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6082
Grades: 7-8
| 668 students
Rank: #77.
Santiago Garcia Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
101 E Santa Rosa Ave
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6002
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6002
Grades: K-5
| 367 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 W 9th St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6027
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6027
Grades: K-5
| 349 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1302 W Santa Rosa
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6062
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6062
Grades: K-5
| 399 students
Rank: #1010.
Monte Alto High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25149 1st St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1381
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1381
Grades: 9-12
| 306 students
Rank: #1111.
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
619 N Mile 17 Rd
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6000
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6000
Grades: 6
| 282 students
Rank: n/an/a
1210 Santa Rosa Ave
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0040
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0040
Grades: PK
| 306 students
78538, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
619 Mile 17
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Grades: 6
| 364 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78538, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78538, TX include Monte Alto Elementary School, Edcouch-elsa H S Academy and Jose Borrego Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 78538, TX?
12 public schools are located in 78538, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in 78538, TX?
78538, TX public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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