For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 5,889 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78516, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 Kansas Rd
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4006
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4006
Gr: 6-12 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Idea Academy Alamo
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
325 Kansas Rd
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4005
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 588-4005
Gr: K-5 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 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 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 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 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
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 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 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 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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