For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,029 students in 78560, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78560, TX are Tabasco Elementary School, Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School and Idea La Joya College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78560 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78560, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78560, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tabasco Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
223 S Leo Ave
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 323-2440
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 323-2440
Grades: PK-5
| 579 students
Rank: #22.
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
603 N Tabasco St
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 323-2770
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 323-2770
Grades: 6-8
| 608 students
Rank: #33.
Idea La Joya College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
725 E Expy 83
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 766-3100
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 766-3100
Grades: 6-8
| 243 students
Rank: n/an/a
Hope Academy
Alternative School
101 E Expy 83
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 323-2900
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 323-2900
Grades: 6-12
| 51 students
Rank: n/an/a
Idea La Joya Academy
Charter School
725 E Expy 83
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 766-3100
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 766-3100
Grades: K-5
| 548 students
78560, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alter Center For Ed (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
101 East Expy 83
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 580-6120
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 580-6120
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
201 East Expy 83
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 580-8500
La Joya, TX 78560
(956) 580-8500
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78560, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78560, TX include Tabasco Elementary School, Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School and Idea La Joya College Preparatory.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78560?
5 public elementary schools are located in 78560.
What is the racial composition of students in 78560?
78560 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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