For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 444 students in 78872, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78872, TX are La Pryor Elementary School and La Pryor High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78872 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78872, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78872, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Pryor Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 N Miller St
La Pryor, TX 78872
(830) 365-4009
La Pryor, TX 78872
(830) 365-4009
Gr: PK-6 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
La Pryor High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
165 E Edith St
La Pryor, TX 78872
(830) 365-4007
La Pryor, TX 78872
(830) 365-4007
Gr: 7-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
78872, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P O Box 519
La Pryor, TX 78872
(830) 365-4007
La Pryor, TX 78872
(830) 365-4007
Gr: 7-12 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78872, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78872, TX include La Pryor Elementary School and La Pryor High School.
How many public schools are located in 78872?
2 public schools are located in 78872.
What is the racial composition of students in 78872?
78872 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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