Best 78065 Texas Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,354 students in 78065, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78065, TX are Poteet Intermediate School, Poteet J High School and Poteet Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78065 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78065, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78065, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Poteet Intermediate School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
838 School Drivee
Poteet, TX 78065
(830) 742-3697
Gr: 3-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Poteet J High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 Fm 1470
Poteet, TX 78065
(830) 742-3571
Gr: 6-8 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Poteet Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
903 Horton Ln
Poteet, TX 78065
(830) 742-3503
Gr: PK-2 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78065, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78065, TX include Poteet Intermediate School, Poteet J High School and Poteet Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78065?
3 public elementary schools are located in 78065.
What is the racial composition of students in 78065?
78065 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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