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Best 78516 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 7,980 students in 78516, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 67 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 78516, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78516, TX are Idea College Preparatory Alamo, Augusto Guerra Elementary School and Idea Academy Alamo. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78516 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78516, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78516, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea College Preparatory Alamo
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
325 Kansas Rd
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4006
Gr: 6-12 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Augusto Guerra Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
807 Fm495
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2810
Gr: PK-5 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Idea Academy Alamo
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
325 Kansas Rd
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4005
Gr: K-5 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Santos Livas Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
733 N Alamo Rd
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2840
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Marcia R Garza
(Math: 46% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
810 E El Gato
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2780
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Psja Memorial Early College High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
800 S Alamo Rd
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2420
Gr: 9-12 | 1,997 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #77.
John Mckeever Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1310 W Ridge
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2680
Gr: PK-5 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Audie Murphy Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
924 W Sioux Rd
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2530
Gr: 6-8 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #99.
Jesus - Jesse - Vela Jr Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1819 W Hwy 83
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2550
Gr: 6-8 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Zeferino Farias Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1100 W Acacia St
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2760
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Psja Alamo Building Blocks Academy
1440 W Crockett
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2000
Gr: PK-K | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78516, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78516, TX include Idea College Preparatory Alamo, Augusto Guerra Elementary School and Idea Academy Alamo.
How many public schools are located in 78516?
11 public schools are located in 78516.
What percentage of students in 78516 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 78516 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78516?
78516 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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