For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,017 students in 78583, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78583, TX are Rio Hondo Elementary School and Rio Hondo Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78583 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78583, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78583, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rio Hondo Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 N Reynolds St
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1050
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1050
Grades: PK-4
| 555 students
Rank: #22.
Rio Hondo Middle School
(Math: 21% | 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
Grades: 5-8
| 462 students
78583, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
600 N Reynolds
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1100
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1100
Grades: 3-4
| 255 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78583, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78583, TX include Rio Hondo Elementary School and Rio Hondo Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78583?
2 public elementary schools are located in 78583.
What is the racial composition of students in 78583?
78583 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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