For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 709 students in 78357, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78357, TX are Norman M Thomas Elementary School, Lucy Aragon J High School and Freer High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78357 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78357, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78357, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norman M Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1404 S Norton
Freer, TX 78357
(361) 394-6025
Freer, TX 78357
(361) 394-6025
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Lucy Aragon J High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
615 S Norton
Freer, TX 78357
(361) 394-6025
Freer, TX 78357
(361) 394-6025
Gr: 6-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Freer High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
905 S Norton
Freer, TX 78357
(361) 394-6025
Freer, TX 78357
(361) 394-6025
Gr: 9-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
78357, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Freer Alter High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1106 S Norton
Freer, TX 78357
(361) 394-5025
Freer, TX 78357
(361) 394-5025
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78357, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78357, TX include Norman M Thomas Elementary School, Lucy Aragon J High School and Freer High School.
How many public schools are located in 78357?
3 public schools are located in 78357.
What is the racial composition of students in 78357?
78357 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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