For the 2026 school year, there are 22 public schools serving 13,161 students in 78520, TX (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,878 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 78520, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78520, TX are Brownsville Early College High School, Pullam Elementary School and Benavides Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78520 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78520, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78520, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brownsville Early College High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
343 Ringgold Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 698-1476
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 698-1476
Gr: 9-12 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Pullam Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3200 Madrid Ave
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 547-3700
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 547-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 889 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Benavides Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3101 Mcallen Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 350-3250
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 350-3250
Gr: PK-5 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Bryss Academy
Charter School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2255 N Coria St
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-7100
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-7100
Gr: PK-8 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #55.
Yturria Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2955 W Tandy Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 350-3200
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 350-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Idea Riverview Academy
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30 Palm Dr
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 832-5900
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 832-5900
Gr: K-5 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Idea Riverview College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30 Palm Dr
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 832-5900
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 832-5900
Gr: 6-12 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Veterans Memorial Early College High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 Charger Ln
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-5600
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,216 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Keller Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2540 W Alton Gloor
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 547-4400
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 547-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Garden Park Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
855 Military Hwy
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2630
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2630
Gr: PK-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Sharp Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1439 Palm Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2930
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2930
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Martin Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1701 Stanford Ave
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2730
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2730
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #1313.
Russell Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Lakeside Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8960
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8960
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1414.
Putegnat Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
730 E 8th St
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8930
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8930
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1515.
Pace Early College High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
314 W Los Ebanos Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-7700
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,621 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #1616.
Villa Nueva Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7455 Old Military Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 542-3957
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 542-3957
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1717.
Skinner Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
411 W St Charles St
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2830
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 982-2830
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1818.
Stell Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1105 Los Ebanos Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8560
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8560
Gr: 6-8 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1919.
Harmony Science Academy - Brownsville
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1124 Central Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-9555
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-9555
Gr: PK-7 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #2020.
Triumph Public High Schools-brownsville
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
944 E Los Ebanos Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 372-1433
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 372-1433
Gr: 9-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: n/an/a
Adult Education
Alternative School
708 Palm Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8175
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-8175
Gr: AE
Rank: n/an/a
Bryss Academy High School
Charter School
2250 N Coria
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-7100
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 574-7100
Gr: 9 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78520, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78520, TX include Brownsville Early College High School, Pullam Elementary School and Benavides Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78520?
22 public schools are located in 78520.
What percentage of students in 78520 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 78520 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78520?
78520 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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