For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 507 students in 78357, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78357, TX are Norman M Thomas Elementary School and Lucy Aragon J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78357 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78357, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78357, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norman M Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1404 S Norton
Freer, TX 78357
(361) 394-6025
Freer, TX 78357
(361) 394-6025
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Lucy Aragon J High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
615 S Norton
Freer, TX 78357
(361) 394-6025
Freer, TX 78357
(361) 394-6025
Gr: 6-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78357, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78357, TX include Norman M Thomas Elementary School and Lucy Aragon J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78357?
2 public elementary schools are located in 78357.
What is the racial composition of students in 78357?
78357 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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