For the 2025 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 14,895 students in 78045, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 991 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 78045, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78045, TX are San Isidro Elementary School, Trautmann Elementary School and Col Santos Benavides Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78045 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78045, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78045, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
San Isidro Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11021 Bucky Houdman Blvd
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-6700
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-6700
Grades: PK-5
| 815 students
Rank: #22.
Trautmann Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
810 Lindenwood
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-3100
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-3100
Grades: PK-5
| 679 students
Rank: #33.
Col Santos Benavides Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10702 Kirby Dr
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4900
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4900
Grades: PK-5
| 827 students
Rank: #44.
Kazen Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9620 Albany Dr
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4200
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4200
Grades: PK-5
| 364 students
Rank: #55.
United Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 E Del Mar Blvd
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-7300
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-7300
Grades: 6-8
| 999 students
Rank: #66.
Matias De Llano Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1415 Shiloh Dr
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4000
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4000
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
Rank: #77.
Barbara Fasken Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11111 Atlanta Dr
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4700
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4700
Grades: PK-5
| 725 students
Rank: #88.
Charles Borchers Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9551 Backwoods Trl
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-7200
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-7200
Grades: PK-5
| 503 students
Rank: #99.
Elias Herrera Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8800 Mcpherson Rd
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-6900
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-6900
Grades: 6-8
| 1,055 students
Rank: #1010.
Trautmann Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8501 Curly Ln
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-7400
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-7400
Grades: 6-8
| 744 students
Rank: #1111.
United High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2811 United Ave
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-5600
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 3,567 students
Rank: #1212.
Dr Malakoff Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2810 Havana Dr
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4800
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4800
Grades: PK-5
| 600 students
Rank: #1313.
Roberto J Santos Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4201 Champions Way
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4300
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 564 students
Rank: #1414.
Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5511 Fairfield
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-2600
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-2600
Grades: PK-5
| 630 students
Rank: #1515.
Julia Bird Jones Muller Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4430 Muller Memorial Blvd
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-3900
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-3900
Grades: PK-5
| 809 students
Rank: #1616.
George Washington Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10306 Riverbank Dr
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-7600
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-7600
Grades: 6-8
| 1,093 students
Rank: #1717.
Finley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Lowry
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4500
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 484 students
78045, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
201 Lindenwood Dr
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-6201
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-6201
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
5909 St Luke Blvd
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-6201
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 473-6201
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78045, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78045, TX include San Isidro Elementary School, Trautmann Elementary School and Col Santos Benavides Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78045?
17 public schools are located in 78045.
What percentage of students in 78045 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 78045 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78045?
78045 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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