For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 739 students in 78343, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78343, TX are Bishop Primary, Lillion E Luehrs J High School and Bishop Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78343 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78343, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78343, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bishop Primary
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
705 W Main St
Bishop, TX 78343
(361) 584-2434
Bishop, TX 78343
(361) 584-2434
Grades: PK-2
| 212 students
Rank: #22.
Lillion E Luehrs J High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
717 E Sixth St
Bishop, TX 78343
(361) 584-3576
Bishop, TX 78343
(361) 584-3576
Grades: 6-8
| 306 students
Rank: #33.
Bishop Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 S Fir
Bishop, TX 78343
(361) 584-3571
Bishop, TX 78343
(361) 584-3571
Grades: 3-5
| 221 students
78343, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Nueces County J J A E P (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
719 E Sixth St
Bishop, TX 78343
(361) 888-7007
Bishop, TX 78343
(361) 888-7007
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78343, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78343, TX include Bishop Primary, Lillion E Luehrs J High School and Bishop Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78343?
3 public elementary schools are located in 78343.
What is the racial composition of students in 78343?
78343 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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