For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,887 students in 78557, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78557, TX are Hidalgo Park Elementary School, Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School and Jc Kelly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78557 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78557, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78557, TX Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hidalgo Park Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8700 S I Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 834-4276
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 834-4276
Grades: PK-5
| 295 students
Rank: #22.
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
411 Ebano
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4251
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4251
Grades: PK-5
| 341 students
Rank: #33.
Jc Kelly Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 E Las Milpas Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4201
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4201
Grades: PK-5
| 297 students
Rank: #44.
Hidalgo Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 Second St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4226
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4226
Grades: PK-5
| 389 students
Rank: #55.
Diaz J High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1312 E Pirate Dr
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4351
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4351
Grades: 6-8
| 565 students
78557, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Hidalgo Academy (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
310 Esperanza St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-3340
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-3340
Grades: 9-12
| 26 students
Hidalgo J J A E P Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
310 Esperanza St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4391
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4391
Grades: 12
| 1 students
Valley View 8th Grade Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
3000 East Dicker Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 213-8430
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 213-8430
Grades: 8
| 32 students
Valley View 9th Grade Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
3000 East Dicker Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 213-8430
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 213-8430
Grades: 9
| 39 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78557, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78557, TX include Hidalgo Park Elementary School, Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School and Jc Kelly Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78557?
5 public elementary schools are located in 78557.
What is the racial composition of students in 78557?
78557 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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