For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 5,994 students in 78516, TX.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 78516 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78516, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78516, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea College Preparatory Alamo
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
325 E Sh 495
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4006
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4006
Gr: 6-12 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Augusto Guerra Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
807 Fm495
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2810
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2810
Gr: PK-5 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #33.
Idea Academy Alamo
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
325 E Sh 495
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4005
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4005
Gr: K-5 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Santos Livas Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
733 N Alamo Rd
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2840
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2840
Gr: PK-5 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Marcia R Garza
(Math: 46% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
810 E El Gato
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2780
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2780
Gr: PK-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
John Mckeever Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1310 W Ridge
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2680
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2680
Gr: PK-5 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Audie Murphy Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
924 W Sioux Rd
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2530
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2530
Gr: 6-8 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #88.
Jesus - Jesse - Vela Jr Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1819 W Hwy 83
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2550
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2550
Gr: 6-8 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Zeferino Farias Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1100 W Acacia St
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2760
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2760
Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
78516, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
900 East Birch St
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2780
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 354-2780
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78516, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78516, TX include Idea College Preparatory Alamo, Augusto Guerra Elementary School and Idea Academy Alamo.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78516?
9 public elementary schools are located in 78516.
What is the racial composition of students in 78516?
78516 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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