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Best 78416 Texas Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,214 students in 78416, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78416, TX are Garcia Elementary School, West Oso Elementary School and Student Support Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78416 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78416, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78416, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garcia Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1945 Gollihar Rd
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 878-2280
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
West Oso Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1526 Cliff Maus Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 806-5930
Gr: 3-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Student Support Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4401 Greenwood Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 878-2840
Gr: 4-12 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Dr M L Garza-gonzalez Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4129 Greenwood Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 881-9988
Gr: PK-8 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Martin Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3502 Greenwood Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 878-4690
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: n/an/a
Kennedy Elementary School
1102 Villarreal Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 806-5920
Gr: PK-5 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 78416 Texas

78416, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Accelerated Learning Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
4129 Greenwood Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 887-7766
Gr: PK-12
Carl Allen Alternative Discipl (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1101 Villarreal
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 855-1836
Crockett Elementary School (Closed 2023)
2625 Belton St
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 878-2220
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Gcclr Institute Of Technology Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
2203 Baldwin Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 881-9988
Gr: 9-11 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Mary Grett School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4402 Castenon St
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 878-7960
Gr: 12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Prescott Elementary School (Closed 2013)
1945 Gollihar
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 878-2680
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78416, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78416, TX include Garcia Elementary School, West Oso Elementary School and Student Support Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78416?
6 public elementary schools are located in 78416.
What is the racial composition of students in 78416?
78416 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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