For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,594 students in 78009, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78009, TX are Castroville Elementary School, Medina Valley Middle School and Ladera Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78009 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78009, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78009, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Castroville Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 Madrid
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2117
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2117
Grades: PK-5
| 645 students
Rank: #22.
Medina Valley Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8395 Fm 471 S
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2243
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2243
Grades: 6-8
| 1,069 students
Rank: #33.
Ladera Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14750 W Grosenbacher
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2243
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2243
Grades: PK-5
| 880 students
78009, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alter Learning Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
8557 F M 471 S
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2514
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-2514
Grades: 6-12
| 4 students
1000 Houston St
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-0054
Castroville, TX 78009
(830) 931-0054
Grades: PK-K
| 217 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78009, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78009, TX include Castroville Elementary School, Medina Valley Middle School and Ladera Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78009?
3 public elementary schools are located in 78009.
What is the racial composition of students in 78009?
78009 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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