Top 5 Best 78503 Texas Public Elementary Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,899 students in 78503, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78503, TX are Houston Elementary School, Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory and Roosevelt Elementary School. 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 26% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78503, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78503, TX Public Elementary Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Houston Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3221 Olga Ave
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-1167
Grades: PK-5
| 422 students
Rank: #22.
Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5400 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Grades: 6-8
| 367 students
Rank: #33.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4801 S 26th St
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4424
Grades: PK-5
| 426 students
Rank: #44.
Brown Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2700 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 632-8700
Grades: 6-9
| 579 students
Rank: #55.
Escandon Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2901 Colbath Ave
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4511
Grades: PK-5
| 510 students
Rank: n/an/a
Idea Los Encinos Academy
Charter School
5400 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Grades: PK-3
| 595 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 78503 Texas

78503, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
2400 Jordan Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4440
Grades: PK-5
| 167 students
2112 North Main St
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4414
Grades: PK-5
| 419 students
J J A E P (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3017 S 10th St
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 994-0068
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
3017 S 10th St
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 994-0068
Grades: 10
| n/a students

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 Roosevelt Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78503, TX?
6 public elementary schools are located in 78503, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in 78503, TX?
78503, TX public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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