For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,494 students in 78583, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 78583, TX are Rio Hondo Elementary School, Rio Hondo Middle School and Rio Hondo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78583 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78583, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78583, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rio Hondo Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 N Reynolds St
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1050
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1050
Grades: PK-4
| 555 students
Rank: #22.
Rio Hondo Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
23001 State Hwy 345
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1150
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1150
Grades: 5-8
| 462 students
Rank: #33.
Rio Hondo High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
22547 State Hwy 345
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1200
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1200
Grades: 9-12
| 470 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cameron Co J J A E P
Alternative School
215 W Colorado
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1000
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1000
Grades: 8-10
| 7 students
78583, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
600 N Reynolds
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1100
Rio Hondo, TX 78583
(956) 748-1100
Grades: 3-4
| 255 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78583, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78583, TX include Rio Hondo Elementary School, Rio Hondo Middle School and Rio Hondo High School.
How many public schools are located in 78583?
4 public schools are located in 78583.
What is the racial composition of students in 78583?
78583 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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