For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,437 students in 78583, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78583, TX are Rio Hondo Elementary School, Rio Hondo Middle School and Rio Hondo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78583 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78583, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78583, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rio Hondo Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 N Reynolds St
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1050
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1050
Gr: PK-4 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Rio Hondo Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
23001 State Hwy 345
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1150
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1150
Gr: 5-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Rio Hondo High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
22547 State Hwy 345
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1200
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Cameron Co J J A E P
Alternative School
215 W Colorado
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1000
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1000
Gr: 10 | 1 student
78583, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
600 N Reynolds
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1100
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1100
Gr: 3-4 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78583, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78583, TX include Rio Hondo Elementary School, Rio Hondo Middle School and Rio Hondo High School.
How many public schools are located in 78583?
4 public schools are located in 78583.
What is the racial composition of students in 78583?
78583 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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