For the 2025 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 10,589 students in 78041, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 400 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 78041, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78041, TX are Hector J Garcia Early College High School, Farias Elementary School and Nye Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78041 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78041, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78041, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hector J Garcia Early College High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5201 University Blvd
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-7700
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-7700
Grades: 9-12
| 383 students
Rank: #22.
Farias Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1510 Chicago St
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-3400
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 638 students
Rank: #33.
Nye Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 E Del Mar Blvd
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-3700
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-3700
Grades: PK-5
| 692 students
Rank: #44.
John B Alexander High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3600 E Del Mar
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-5800
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-5800
Grades: 9-12
| 3,178 students
Rank: #55.
Newman Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1300 Alta Vista
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-3800
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-3800
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #66.
Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
505 Calle Del Norte
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-4400
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-4400
Grades: PK-5
| 407 students
Rank: #77.
Pierce Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 E Eistetter
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-4300
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 687 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Clark Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 W Hillside Rd
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 476-4600
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 476-4600
Grades: PK-5
| 384 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
211 E Ash St
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-4500
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 578 students
Rank: #1010.
Harmony Science Academy - Laredo
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4401 San Francisco Ave Bldg A
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 712-1177
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 712-1177
Grades: 6-8
| 668 students
Rank: #1111.
Santa Maria Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3817 Santa Maria
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-4600
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 273-4600
Grades: PK-5
| 522 students
Rank: #1212.
Clark Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 Hillside Rd
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-7500
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 473-7500
Grades: 6-8
| 576 students
Rank: #1313.
Harmony School Of Excellence - Laredo
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4401 San Francisco Ave Bld B
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 791-0007
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 791-0007
Grades: 9-12
| 679 students
Rank: #1414.
Harmony School Of Innovation - Laredo
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4608 Daugherty Ave
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 568-9492
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 568-9492
Grades: K-5
| 666 students
Rank: #1515.
Triumph Public High Schools-laredo North
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1230 Townlake Dr
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 722-0747
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 722-0747
Grades: 9-12
| 148 students
78041, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Premier H S Of Laredo High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1720 East Hillside Rd
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 723-7788
Laredo, TX 78041
(956) 723-7788
Grades: 9-12
| 173 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78041, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78041, TX include Hector J Garcia Early College High School, Farias Elementary School and Nye Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78041?
15 public schools are located in 78041.
What percentage of students in 78041 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 78041 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78041?
78041 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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