For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,602 students in 78526, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78526, TX are Idea Brownsville Academy, Promesa College Prep Brownsville and Idea Brownsville College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78526 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78526, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 78526, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea Brownsville Academy
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4395 Paredes Line Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5150
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5150
Grades: K-5
| 694 students
Rank: #22.
Promesa College Prep Brownsville
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1944 E Alton Gloor Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 295-7778
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 295-7778
Grades: PK-8
| 193 students
Rank: #33.
Idea Brownsville College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4395 Paredes Line Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5150
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5150
Grades: 6-12
| 689 students
Rank: #44.
Pena Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4975 Salida De La Luna
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 547-7100
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 547-7100
Grades: PK-5
| 471 students
Rank: #55.
Idea Sports Park Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6650 Old Alice Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5300
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5300
Grades: K-5
| 592 students
Rank: #66.
Harmony School Of Innovation - Brownsville
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3451 Dana Ave
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 574-9555
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 574-9555
Grades: 6-12
| 555 students
Rank: #77.
Idea Sports Park College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6650 Old Alice Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5300
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5300
Grades: 6-12
| 408 students
Rank: n/an/a
Brownsville Academic Center
Alternative School
3308 Robindale Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 504-6305
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 504-6305
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
78526, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Brownsville Learning Academy Middle School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
4350 Morrison Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 982-2860
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 982-2860
Grades: 6-8
| 126 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78526, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78526, TX include Idea Brownsville Academy, Promesa College Prep Brownsville and Idea Brownsville College Preparatory.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78526?
8 public elementary schools are located in 78526.
What is the racial composition of students in 78526?
78526 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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