For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,254 students in 78578, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78578, TX are Derry Elementary School, Port Isabel J High School and Garriga Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78578 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78578, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78578, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Derry Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1702 2nd St
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0070
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0070
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Port Isabel J High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17001 Hwy 100
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0060
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0060
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Garriga Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 W Adams
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0080
Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-0080
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78578, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78578, TX include Derry Elementary School, Port Isabel J High School and Garriga Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78578?
3 public elementary schools are located in 78578.
What is the racial composition of students in 78578?
78578 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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