For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 941 students in 78839, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78839, TX are Zavala Elementary School, Benito Juarez Elementary School and Sterling H Fly Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78839 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78839, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78839, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Zavala Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
909 Javelina Dr
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-8080
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-8080
Grades: 1-3
| 307 students
Rank: #22.
Benito Juarez Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1301 N Javalina Dr
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-3486
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-3486
Grades: 4-5
| 268 students
Rank: #33.
Sterling H Fly Jr High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
715 E Crockett St
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-2371
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-2371
Grades: 6-8
| 366 students
78839, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1006 Airport Dr
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-3418
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-3418
Grades: 2-4
| 433 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78839, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78839, TX include Zavala Elementary School, Benito Juarez Elementary School and Sterling H Fly Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78839?
3 public elementary schools are located in 78839.
What is the racial composition of students in 78839?
78839 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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