For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 9,997 students in 78589, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78589, TX are Arnoldo Cantu Sr Elementary School, Alfred Sorensen Elementary School and Psja Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78589 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78589, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78589, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arnoldo Cantu Sr Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2900 N R Longoria
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2850
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2850
Gr: PK-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Alfred Sorensen Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
701 E Sam Houston
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2910
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2910
Gr: PK-5 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Psja Early College High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
805 W Ridge Rd
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2300
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,360 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Drs Reed - Mock Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 E Eldora Rd
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2890
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2890
Gr: PK-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Edith & Ethel Carman Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 W Ridge Rd
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2700
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2700
Gr: PK-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Austin Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
804 S Stewart Rd
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2570
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2570
Gr: 6-8 | 871 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Fm 495
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2800
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #88.
John Doedyns Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1401 N Raul Longoria Rd
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2740
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2740
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Idea Academy San Juan
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 N Nebraska Ave
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 702-5150
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 702-5150
Gr: K-5 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1010.
Vida N Clover Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 E Carrol St
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2730
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2730
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Idea College Preparatory San Juan
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 E Sioux Rd
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 588-4021
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 588-4021
Gr: 6-12 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Sgt Leonel Trevino Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
901 E El Dora Rd
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2900
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
R Yzaguirre Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
605 E Fm 495
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2630
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2630
Gr: 6-8 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: n/an/a
704 W Ridge Rd
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2290
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 354-2290
Gr: 9-12 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
78589, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78589, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78589, TX include Arnoldo Cantu Sr Elementary School, Alfred Sorensen Elementary School and Psja Early College High School.
How many public schools are located in 78589?
14 public schools are located in 78589.
What is the racial composition of students in 78589?
78589 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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