Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Util\ArrayObject::offsetGet($offset) should either be compatible with ArrayAccess::offsetGet(mixed $offset): mixed, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Util/ArrayObject.php on line 106 Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Util\ArrayObject::offsetSet($offset, $value) should either be compatible with ArrayAccess::offsetSet(mixed $offset, mixed $value): void, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Util/ArrayObject.php on line 115 Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Util\ArrayObject::offsetUnset($offset) should either be compatible with ArrayAccess::offsetUnset(mixed $offset): void, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Util/ArrayObject.php on line 130 Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Util\ArrayObject::current() should either be compatible with Iterator::current(): mixed, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Util/ArrayObject.php on line 48 Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Util\ArrayObject::next() should either be compatible with Iterator::next(): void, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Util/ArrayObject.php on line 56 Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Util\ArrayObject::rewind() should either be compatible with Iterator::rewind(): void, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Util/ArrayObject.php on line 80 Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Drivers\Memcached\Item::jsonSerialize() should either be compatible with JsonSerializable::jsonSerialize(): mixed, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Core/Item/ItemExtendedTrait.php on line 438 Best Public Schools in 78521 (Brownsville, TX) (2026)
Public School Review - Established 2003

Best 78521 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 37 public schools serving 28,057 students in 78521, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 158 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 78521, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78521, TX are Ortiz Elementary School, Garza At Southmost Elementary School and Paredes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78521 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78521, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 78521, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ortiz Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2500 W Alton Gloor Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 698-1100
Gr: PK-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Garza At Southmost Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5245 Southmost Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 548-8870
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Paredes Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3700 Heritage Trl
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 574-5582
Gr: PK-5 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Breeden Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3955 Dana Ave
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 554-4730
Gr: PK-5 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Hudson Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2980 Fm 802
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 698-0447
Gr: PK-5 | 751 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Gonzalez Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4350 Coffeeport Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 831-6030
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Idea Frontier Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2800 S Dakota Ave
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 541-2002
Gr: K-5 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Idea Frontier College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2800 S Dakota Ave
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 541-2002
Gr: 6-12 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Stillman Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2977 W Tandy Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 698-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 964 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Brite Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
450 S Browne Ave
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 698-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Gallegos Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2700 Avenida Rancho Viejo
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 547-4230
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Idea Robindale College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3802 E Ruben Torres Sr Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 832-5300
Gr: 6-11 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1313.
Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3201 Lima St
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 548-8800
Gr: PK-5 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #1414.
Manzano Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2580 W Alton Gloor
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 548-9800
Gr: 6-8 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1515.
Burns Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1974 Alton Gloor Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 548-8490
Gr: PK-5 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1616.
Palm Grove Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
7942 Southmost Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 982-3850
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1717.
Vermillion Road Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6895 Fm 802
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 831-6060
Gr: PK-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1818.
Aiken Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6290 Southmost Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 986-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1919.
Hanna Early College High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2615 Price Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 548-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,039 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2020.
Champion Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4750 Bowie Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 832-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2121.
El Jardin Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6911 Boca Chica Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 831-6000
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2222.
Egly Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
445 Land O'lakes
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 548-8850
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2323.
Vela Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4905 Paredes Line Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 548-7770
Gr: 6-8 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #2424.
Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1025 Morningside Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 982-2760
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2525.
Lucio Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
300 N Vermillion Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 831-4550
Gr: 6-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2626.
Oliveira Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
444 Land O' Lakes
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 548-8530
Gr: 6-8 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2727.
Porter Early College High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3500 International Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 548-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,543 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2828.
Perez Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2514 Shidler Dr
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 982-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2929.
Idea Robindale Academy
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3802 E Ruben Torres Sr Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 832-5300
Gr: K-5 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #3030.
Faulk Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2000 Roosevelt St
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 548-8500
Gr: 6-8 | 885 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3131.
Garcia Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5701 Fm 802
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 832-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #3232.
Perkins Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4750 Austin Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 831-8770
Gr: 6-8 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #3333.
Lincoln Park School
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7 Orange St
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 548-7880
Gr: PK-12
Rank: #3434.
Besteiro Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6280 Southmost Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 544-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #3535.
Rivera Early College High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6955 Fm 802
Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 831-8700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,150 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Show 2 more public schools in 78521 Texas (out of 37 total schools)
Loading...

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78521, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78521, TX include Ortiz Elementary School, Garza At Southmost Elementary School and Paredes Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78521?
37 public schools are located in 78521.
What percentage of students in 78521 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 78521 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78521?
78521 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).

Recent Articles

AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.

Quick Links

School Search Tools:
School by Type (TX):
Private & Boarding Schools:
State Links:

Most Popular Articles

Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
 10 Major Challenges Facing Public Schools
10 Major Challenges Facing Public Schools
Texas Top-Ranked Public Schools
Texas Top-Ranked Public Schools
 Uniforms: The Pros and Cons
Uniforms: The Pros and Cons
 What are the Benefits of Public School Over Homeschooling?
What are the Benefits of Public School Over Homeschooling?

More Articles

Evaluating Public Schools
About Public Schools
Scholarships
Parenting and Learning Issues
Local School Topics