For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,240 students in 78043, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78043, TX are Nixon High School and F S Lara Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78043 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78043, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78043 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nixon High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78043, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nixon High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Plum
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-7400
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-7400
Grades: 9-12
| 2,099 students
Rank: #22.
F S Lara Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2901 E Travis St
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-7900
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 273-7900
Grades: 6-12
| 55 students
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenille Justice Alternative Program
Alternative School
111 Camino Nuevo Rd
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 523-5690
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 523-5690
Grades: 7-12
| 29 students
Rank: n/an/a
Webb County J J A E P
Alternative School
111 Camino Nuevo Road Hwy 359
Laredo, TX 78043
(361) 586-6091
Laredo, TX 78043
(361) 586-6091
Grades: 7-12
| 20 students
Rank: n/an/a
Youth Recovery Home
Alternative School
402 Riverhill Loop
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-6452
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-6452
Grades: 7-12
| 16 students
Rank: n/an/a
Youth Village Detention Center
Alternative School
111 Camino Nuevo Rd Hwy 359
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-6452
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-6452
Grades: 7-11
| 21 students
78043, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1003 Espejo Molina Rd
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-3000
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 473-3000
Grades: PK-5
| 414 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78043, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78043, TX include Nixon High School and F S Lara Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 78043?
6 public high schools are located in 78043.
What is the racial composition of students in 78043?
78043 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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