For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,216 students in Edcouch, TX.
The top ranked public schools in Edcouch, TX are Roberto Garate Elementary School, Jose Borrego Middle School and L B J Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Edcouch, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Edcouch 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Edcouch, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roberto Garate Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25149 First St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1601
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1601
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
Jose Borrego Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25149 First St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1374
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1374
Gr: 6-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
L B J Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Fannin St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6010
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6010
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Edcouch-elsa H S Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
211 N Yellowjacket Dr
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0151
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0151
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #55.
Carlos Truan J High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 E Ciro Caceres
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6082
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6082
Gr: 7-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #66.
Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1302 W Santa Rosa
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6062
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6062
Gr: K-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #77.
Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 W 9th St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6027
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6027
Gr: K-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Santiago Garcia Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
101 E Santa Rosa Ave
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6002
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6002
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #99.
Edcouch-elsa High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 N Yellowjacket Dr
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6074
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6074
Gr: 9-12 | 1,329 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #1010.
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
619 N Mile 17 Rd
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6000
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6000
Gr: 6 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1111.
Monte Alto High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25149 1st St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1381
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1381
Gr: 9-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
1210 Santa Rosa Ave
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0040
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0040
Gr: PK | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Edcouch, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
619 Mile 17
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Gr: 6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Edcouch, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Edcouch, TX include Roberto Garate Elementary School, Jose Borrego Middle School and L B J Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Edcouch?
12 public schools are located in Edcouch.
What is the racial composition of students in Edcouch?
Edcouch public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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