For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,820 students in 78405, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78405, TX are Promesa College Prep West Corpus Christi, Shaw Ses and West Oso J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78405 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78405, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78405, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Promesa College Prep West Corpus Christi
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3102 Baldwin Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 400-8293
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 400-8293
Gr: PK-11 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Shaw Ses
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2920 Soledad St
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 878-2100
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 878-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
West Oso J High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5202 Bear Ln
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 806-5950
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 806-5950
Gr: 6-8 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Zavala Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3125 Ruth St
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 878-2720
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 878-2720
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78405, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78405, TX include Promesa College Prep West Corpus Christi, Shaw Ses and West Oso J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78405?
4 public elementary schools are located in 78405.
What is the racial composition of students in 78405?
78405 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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