For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 624 students in 78593, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78593, TX are Elma E Barrera Elementary School and Jo Nelson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78593 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78593, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78593, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elma E Barrera Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy 107
Santa Rosa, TX 78593
(956) 636-9870
Santa Rosa, TX 78593
(956) 636-9870
Gr: PK-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Jo Nelson Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
102 S Main
Santa Rosa, TX 78593
(956) 636-9850
Santa Rosa, TX 78593
(956) 636-9850
Gr: 6-8 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
78593, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Santa Rosa Daep (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Hwy 107 And Cruz St
Santa Rosa, TX 78593
(956) 636-9800
Santa Rosa, TX 78593
(956) 636-9800
Gr: 6-12
Santa Rosa Jjaep Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2310 W Hwy 77
Santa Rosa, TX 78593
(956) 636-9800
Santa Rosa, TX 78593
(956) 636-9800
Gr: 10 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78593, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78593, TX include Elma E Barrera Elementary School and Jo Nelson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78593?
2 public elementary schools are located in 78593.
What is the racial composition of students in 78593?
78593 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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