For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,484 students in 78538, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78538, TX are Roberto Garate Elementary School, Jose Borrego Middle School and L B J Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78538 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78538, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 78538, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roberto Garate Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25149 First St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1601
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1601
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
Jose Borrego Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25149 First St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1374
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1374
Gr: 6-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
L B J Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Fannin St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6010
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6010
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1302 W Santa Rosa
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6062
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6062
Gr: K-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 W 9th St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6027
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6027
Gr: K-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Santiago Garcia Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
101 E Santa Rosa Ave
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6002
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6002
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #77.
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
619 N Mile 17 Rd
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6000
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6000
Gr: 6 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
78538, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
619 Mile 17
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Gr: 6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78538, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78538, TX include Roberto Garate Elementary School, Jose Borrego Middle School and L B J Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78538?
7 public elementary schools are located in 78538.
What is the racial composition of students in 78538?
78538 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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