For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 7,216 students in 78566, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78566, TX are Rancho Verde Elementary School, Olmito Elementary School and Palmer-laakso Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78566 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78566, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 78566, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rancho Verde Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 Rancho Alegre
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5230
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5230
Gr: PK-5 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Olmito Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2500 Arroyo Blvd
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-3950
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-3950
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Palmer-laakso Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30515 Farm Rd 1847
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5121
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5121
Gr: PK-5 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Lopez-riggins Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
613 Mesquite Ln
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-6916
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-6916
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Dora Romero Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9705 Cajun Blvd
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5000
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Las Yescas Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23413 Fm 803
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-6955
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-6955
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Los Fresnos Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
32602 State Hwy 100
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-6900
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Los Cuates Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
33422 Farm Rd 1575
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5182
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5182
Gr: 6-8 | 838 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Villareal Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7700 E Lakeside Blvd
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-3975
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-3975
Gr: PK-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1010.
Laureles Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31393 Fm 2893
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5141
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5141
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Resaca Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 Rancho Alto
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5159
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5159
Gr: 6-8 | 879 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1212.
Liberty Memorial Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
31579 Fm 2893
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-3900
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 233-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
78566, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cameron Co J J A E P (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
2310 W Hwy 77
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 361-4629
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 361-4629
Gr: 7-12 | 39 students
International Educational Services (Ies) High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
600 Mesquite Ln
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5000
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5000
Gr: 9-12
33790 Fm 803
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5250
Los Fresnos, TX 78566
(956) 254-5250
Gr: 9-10 | 1,657 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78566, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78566, TX include Rancho Verde Elementary School, Olmito Elementary School and Palmer-laakso Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78566?
12 public elementary schools are located in 78566.
What is the racial composition of students in 78566?
78566 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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