For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,496 students in 78538, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78538, TX are Roberto Garate Elementary School, Jose Borrego Middle School and Lyndon B Johnson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78538 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78538, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78538, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roberto Garate Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25149 First St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1601
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1601
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Jose Borrego Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25149 First St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1374
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1374
Gr: 6-8 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #33.
Lyndon B Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Fannin St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6010
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6010
Gr: K-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1302 W Santa Rosa
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6062
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6062
Gr: K-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #55.
John F Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 W 9th St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6027
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6027
Gr: K-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Santiago Garcia Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
101 E Santa Rosa Ave
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6002
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6002
Gr: K-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #77.
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
619 N Mile 17 Rd
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6000
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6000
Gr: 6 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78538, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78538, TX include Roberto Garate Elementary School, Jose Borrego Middle School and Lyndon B Johnson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78538?
7 public elementary schools are located in 78538.
What is the racial composition of students in 78538?
78538 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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