For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,977 students in 78570, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78570, TX are Ruben Hinojosa Elementary School, John F Kennedy Elementary School and Taylor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78570 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78570, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78570, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ruben Hinojosa Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 S Rio Rico Rd
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 512-2227
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 512-2227
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
John F Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801 Hidalgo St
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2300
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Taylor Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
900 N Missouri Ave
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2388
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2388
Gr: PK-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Travis Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1551 S Georgia Ave
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2322
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2322
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 S Mile 1 E
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2200
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Sgt William G Harrell Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2825 N Fm 491
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2300
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
100 Med High Dr
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-4201
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-4201
Gr: 6-11 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
78570, Texas 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cameron County J J A E P (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
100 Med High Dr
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-2454
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-2454
Hidalgo County J J A E P (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
100 Med High Dr
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-2454
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-2454
700 Med High Dr
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-2454
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-2454
Gr: 9-12 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
837 S Ohio St
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2366
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2366
Gr: 5-6 | 763 students Minority enrollment: 99%
950 W Sixth St
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2344
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2344
Gr: PK-K | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78570, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78570, TX include Ruben Hinojosa Elementary School, John F Kennedy Elementary School and Taylor Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78570?
7 public elementary schools are located in 78570.
What is the racial composition of students in 78570?
78570 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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