For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,716 students in 78839, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 44 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 78839, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78839, TX are Zavala Elementary School, Benito Juarez Elementary School and Crystal City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78839 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78839, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78839, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Zavala Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
909 Javelina Dr
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-8080
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-8080
Grades: 1-3
| 307 students
Rank: #22.
Benito Juarez Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1301 N Javalina Dr
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-3486
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-3486
Grades: 4-5
| 268 students
Rank: #33.
Crystal City High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1116 N 7th Ave
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-2341
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-2341
Grades: 9-12
| 521 students
Rank: #44.
Sterling H Fly Jr High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
715 E Crockett St
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-2371
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-2371
Grades: 6-8
| 366 students
Rank: #55.
Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 45% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
909 Javelina Dr
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-8078
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-8078
Grades: PK-K
| 254 students
78839, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1006 Airport Dr
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-3418
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-3418
Grades: 2-4
| 433 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78839, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78839, TX include Zavala Elementary School, Benito Juarez Elementary School and Crystal City High School.
How many public schools are located in 78839?
5 public schools are located in 78839.
What percentage of students in 78839 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 78839 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78839?
78839 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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