For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,335 students in 78503, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78503, TX are Houston Elementary School, Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory and Idea Los Encinos Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78503 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78503, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78503, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Houston Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3221 Olga Ave
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-1167
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-1167
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5400 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Gr: 6-11 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Idea Los Encinos Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5400 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Gr: K-5 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4801 S 26th St
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4424
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4424
Gr: PK-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Brown Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2700 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 632-8700
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 632-8700
Gr: 6-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Escandon Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Colbath Ave
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4511
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78503, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78503, TX include Houston Elementary School, Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory and Idea Los Encinos Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78503?
6 public elementary schools are located in 78503.
What is the racial composition of students in 78503?
78503 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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