For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,017 students in Rio Hondo, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Rio Hondo, 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.
Rio Hondo, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rio Hondo 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Rio Hondo, TX (2026)
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 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rio Hondo, 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 elementary schools in Rio Hondo, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Rio Hondo, TX include Rio Hondo Elementary School and Rio Hondo Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rio Hondo?
2 public elementary schools are located in Rio Hondo.
What is the racial composition of students in Rio Hondo?
Rio Hondo 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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