For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 8,036 students in 78516, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 245 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 78516, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78516, TX are Idea College Preparatory Alamo, Idea Academy Alamo and Psja Memorial Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78516 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78516, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 78516, TX Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea College Preparatory Alamo
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
325 E Sh 495
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4006
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4006
Grades: 6-12
| 736 students
Rank: #22.
Idea Academy Alamo
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
325 E Sh 495
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4005
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4005
Grades: PK-5
| 803 students
Rank: #33.
Psja Memorial Early College High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 S Alamo Rd
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2420
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2420
Grades: 9-12
| 1,860 students
Rank: #44.
Augusto Guerra Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
807 Fm495
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2810
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2810
Grades: PK-5
| 675 students
Rank: #55.
Marcia R Garza
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
810 E El Gato
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2780
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2780
Grades: PK-5
| 664 students
Rank: #66.
John Mckeever Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1310 W Ridge
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2680
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2680
Grades: PK-5
| 723 students
Rank: #77.
Santos Livas Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
733 N Alamo Rd
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2840
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2840
Grades: PK-5
| 527 students
Rank: #88.
Audie Murphy Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
924 W Sioux Rd
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2530
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2530
Grades: 6-8
| 787 students
Rank: #99.
Zeferino Farias Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 W Acacia St
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2760
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2760
Grades: PK-5
| 563 students
Rank: #1010.
Alamo Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1819 W Hwy 83
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2550
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2550
Grades: 6-8
| 698 students
78516, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
900 East Birch St
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2780
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2780
Grades: PK-5
| 409 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78516, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78516, TX include Idea College Preparatory Alamo, Idea Academy Alamo and Psja Memorial Early College High School.
How many public schools are located in 78516?
10 public schools are located in 78516.
What percentage of students in 78516 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 78516 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78516?
78516 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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