For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,276 students in 78576, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78576, TX are John F Kennedy Elementary School, William J Clinton Elementary School and Dr Javier Saenz Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78576 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78576, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78576, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John F Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1801 N Diamond Ave
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2330
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2330
Gr: PK-5 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
William J Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
39202 Mile 7 Rd
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2740
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2740
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Dr Javier Saenz Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
39200 Mile 7 Rd
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2830
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2830
Gr: 6-8 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #44.
Corina Pena Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4800 Liberty Blvd
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2750
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2750
Gr: PK-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78576, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78576, TX include John F Kennedy Elementary School, William J Clinton Elementary School and Dr Javier Saenz Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78576?
4 public elementary schools are located in 78576.
What is the racial composition of students in 78576?
78576 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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