For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 905 students in 78839, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78839, TX are Zavala Elementary School, Benito Juarez Elementary School and Sterling H Fly Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78839 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78839, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78839, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zavala Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
909 Javelina Dr
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-0083
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-0083
Gr: 1-3 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Benito Juarez Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1301 N Javalina Dr
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-0081
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-0081
Gr: 4-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Sterling H Fly Jr High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
715 E Crockett St
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-2371
Crystal City, TX 78839
(830) 374-2371
Gr: 6-8 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78839, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78839, TX include Zavala Elementary School, Benito Juarez Elementary School and Sterling H Fly Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78839?
3 public elementary schools are located in 78839.
What is the racial composition of students in 78839?
78839 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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