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Best 78043 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,663 students in 78043, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 334 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 78043, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78043, TX are Freedom Elementary School, D D Hachar Elementary School and Santo Nino Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78043 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78043, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78043, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Freedom Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
415 Eg Ranch Rd
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-1600
Gr: PK-5 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #22.
D D Hachar Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3000 Guadalupe St
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Santo Nino Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2701 Bismark St
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #44.
Milton Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2500 Ash
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Raul Perales Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
410 Eg Ranch Rd
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Ryan Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2401 Clark Blvd
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #77.
Henry Cuellar Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6431 Casa Del Sol Blvd
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-2700
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #88.
Nixon High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2000 Plum
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,124 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Lamar Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1818 N Arkansas Ave
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-6200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,204 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #1010.
F S Lara Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2901 E Travis St
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-7900
Gr: 6-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenille Justice Alternative Program
Alternative School
111 Camino Nuevo Rd
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 523-5690
Gr: 8-12 | 12 students
Rank: n/an/a
Webb County J J A E P
Alternative School
111 Camino Nuevo Road Hwy 359
Laredo, TX 78043
(361) 586-6091
Gr: 7-11 | 8 students
Rank: n/an/a
Youth Recovery Home
Alternative School
402 Riverhill Loop
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-6452
Gr: 8-11 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Youth Village Detention Center
Alternative School
111 Camino Nuevo Rd Hwy 359
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-6452
Gr: 7-11 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78043, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78043, TX include Freedom Elementary School, D D Hachar Elementary School and Santo Nino Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78043?
14 public schools are located in 78043.
What percentage of students in 78043 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 78043 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78043?
78043 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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