For the 2024 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 7,985 students in 78040, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 470 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 78040, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78040, TX are Heights Elementary School, Tarver Elementary School and Martin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78040 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 78040, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78040, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heights Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1208 Market
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-3600
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-3600
Grades: PK-5
| 478 students
Rank: #22.
Tarver Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Tilden Ave
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-4800
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-4800
Grades: PK-5
| 414 students
Rank: #33.
Martin High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2002 San Bernardo Ave
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-7100
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-7100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,931 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Dovalina Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 W Anna Ave
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-3320
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-3320
Grades: PK-5
| 351 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
J C Martin Jr Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Monterrey Ave
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-4100
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-4100
Grades: PK-5
| 453 students
Rank: #66.
H B Zachry Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Chacota St
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-4900
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-4900
Grades: PK-5
| 504 students
Rank: #77.
Leyendecker Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1311 Garden St
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-3800
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-3800
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Rank: #88.
Daiches Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1402 Green
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-3200
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-3200
Grades: PK-5
| 351 students
Rank: #99.
Memorial Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2002 Marcella Ave
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-6600
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-6600
Grades: 6-8
| 648 students
Rank: #1010.
Macdonell Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1606 Benavides
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-4000
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-4000
Grades: PK-5
| 428 students
Rank: #1111.
Don Jose Gallego
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
520 Clark Blvd
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-3100
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-3100
Grades: PK-5
| 569 students
Rank: #1212.
Bruni Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1508 San Eduardo
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-3000
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-3000
Grades: PK-5
| 430 students
Rank: #1313.
Christen Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Santa Maria Ave
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-6400
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 273-6400
Grades: 6-8
| 1,032 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78040, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78040, TX include Heights Elementary School, Tarver Elementary School and Martin High School.
How many public schools are located in 78040, TX?
13 public schools are located in 78040, TX.
What percentage of students in 78040, TX go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 78040, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78040, TX?
78040, TX public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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