For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 5,607 students in 78043, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78043, TX are Santo Nino Elementary School, Freedom Elementary School and Milton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78043 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78043, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 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 78043, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Santo Nino Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2701 Bismark St
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-4700
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-4700
Grades: PK-5
| 541 students
Rank: #22.
Freedom Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
415 Eg Ranch Rd
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-1600
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-1600
Grades: PK-5
| 664 students
Rank: #33.
Milton Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2500 Ash
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-4200
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-4200
Grades: PK-5
| 649 students
Rank: #44.
Ryan Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2401 Clark Blvd
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-4400
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-4400
Grades: PK-5
| 856 students
Rank: #55.
Raul Perales Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
410 Eg Ranch Rd
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-6800
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-6800
Grades: 6-8
| 642 students
Rank: #66.
Henry Cuellar Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6431 Casa Del Sol Blvd
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-2700
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-2700
Grades: PK-5
| 507 students
Rank: #77.
D D Hachar Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Guadalupe St
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-3500
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
Rank: #88.
Lamar Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1818 N Arkansas Ave
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-6200
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-6200
Grades: 6-8
| 1,256 students
Rank: #99.
F S Lara Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2901 E Travis St
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-7900
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-7900
Grades: 6-12
| 55 students
78043, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1003 Espejo Molina Rd
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-3000
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-3000
Grades: PK-5
| 414 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78043, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78043, TX include Santo Nino Elementary School, Freedom Elementary School and Milton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78043?
9 public elementary schools are located in 78043.
What is the racial composition of students in 78043?
78043 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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