Best 78059 Texas Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,315 students in 78059, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78059, TX are Natalia Elementary School, Natalia J High School and Natalia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78059 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78059, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78059, TX Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Natalia Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
408 8th St
Natalia, TX 78059
(830) 663-4416
Gr: 2-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Natalia J High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
401 8th St
Natalia, TX 78059
(830) 663-4027
Gr: 6-8 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Natalia High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
905 Kearney
Natalia, TX 78059
(830) 663-4417
Gr: 9-12 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
408 8th St
Natalia, TX 78059
(830) 663-4416
Gr: PK-1 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78059, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78059, TX include Natalia Elementary School, Natalia J High School and Natalia High School.
How many public schools are located in 78059?
4 public schools are located in 78059.
What is the racial composition of students in 78059?
78059 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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