For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 356 students in 78561, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78561, TX are Lasara Elementary School and Lasara High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78561 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78561, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78561, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lasara Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
607 E Sixth St
Lasara, TX 78561
(956) 642-3271
Lasara, TX 78561
(956) 642-3271
Gr: PK-8 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Lasara High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11932 Jones St
Lasara, TX 78561
(956) 642-3271
Lasara, TX 78561
(956) 642-3271
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78561, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78561, TX include Lasara Elementary School and Lasara High School.
How many public schools are located in 78561?
2 public schools are located in 78561.
What is the racial composition of students in 78561?
78561 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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