For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 8,167 students in 78046, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78046, TX are United South High School, Lyndon B Johnson and Dr Leo Cigarroa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78046 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78046, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78046 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dr Leo Cigarroa High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78046, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
United South High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4001 Ave Los Presidentes
Laredo, TX 78046
(956) 473-5400
Laredo, TX 78046
(956) 473-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 3,252 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
Lyndon B Johnson
(Math: 48% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5626 Cielito Lindo Blvd
Laredo, TX 78046
(956) 473-5100
Laredo, TX 78046
(956) 473-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 3,240 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #33.
Dr Leo Cigarroa High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Zacatecas St
Laredo, TX 78046
(956) 273-6800
Laredo, TX 78046
(956) 273-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,379 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Triumph Public High Schools-laredo South
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4620 S Lucy
Laredo, TX 78046
(956) 723-0345
Laredo, TX 78046
(956) 723-0345
Gr: 9-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: n/an/a
United Step Academy
Alternative School
1600 Espejo Molina Rd
Laredo, TX 78046
(956) 764-6500
Laredo, TX 78046
(956) 764-6500
Gr: 6-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78046, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78046, TX include United South High School, Lyndon B Johnson and Dr Leo Cigarroa High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78046?
5 public high schools are located in 78046.
What is the racial composition of students in 78046?
78046 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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