For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,287 students in 78076, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 18 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 78076, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78076, TX are Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School, Zapata South Elementary School and Benavides Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78076 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78076, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78076, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
805 Mira Flores St
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-4321
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-4321
Grades: PK-5
| 427 students
Rank: #22.
Zapata South Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Delmar St
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-4332
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-4332
Grades: PK-5
| 467 students
Rank: #33.
Benavides Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
307 Lincoln St
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-5611
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-5611
Grades: K-5
| 64 students
Rank: #44.
Zapata North Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
502 E 17th Ave
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-6921
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-6921
Grades: PK-5
| 534 students
Rank: #55.
Zapata High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2009 State Hwy 16
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-0280
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-0280
Grades: 9-12
| 987 students
Rank: #66.
Zapata Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
702 E 17th Ave
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-6542
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-6542
Grades: 6-8
| 808 students
78076, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Box 3224
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-6921
Zapata, TX 78076
(956) 765-6921
Grades: PK-K
| 415 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78076, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78076, TX include Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School, Zapata South Elementary School and Benavides Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78076, TX?
6 public schools are located in 78076, TX.
What percentage of students in 78076, TX go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 78076, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78076, TX?
78076, TX public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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