Best Schools in Alamo, Texas
12 schools in the directory · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Alamo by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Marcia R Garza
Elementary · Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Audie Murphy Middle
Middle · Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Augusto Guerra EL
Elementary · Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Alamo are Marcia R Garza (8.6/10), Audie Murphy Middle (8.2/10), and Augusto Guerra EL (8.0/10), among 10 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored.
Schools
12
10 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.4
10 public schools · out of 10
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
12
10 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.4
10 public schools · out of 10
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.6/10 despite 99% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Alamo public schools in the current comparison.
STAAR proficiency rose +12.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Alamo public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Alamo
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (10 rated schools; 12 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marcia R Garza | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Audie Murphy Middle | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Augusto Guerra EL | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Santos Livas EL | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | John Mckeever EL | 7.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Psja Memorial Early College H S | 7.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Zeferino Farias EL | 7.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Idea Academy Alamo | 6.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Jesus - Jesse - Vela JR Middle | 6.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Idea College Preparatory Alamo | 5.9 / 10 |
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About Schools in Alamo, Texas
Alamo, Texas is home to 12 schools, including 10 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
The 10 public schools in this comparison average 7.4 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Marcia R Garza with a composite score of 8.6/10.
Alamo is served by 2 school districts: IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD. These districts collectively serve 106,827 students.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 613 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 700 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 511 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 4 | 722 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 5 | 546 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 6 | 704 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 757 students · 6th–8th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 678 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,946 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 763 students · 6th–12th | 5.9 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Macedonian Christian AcademyPrivate 204 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | 37 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Alamo
Alamo, Texas · 12 schools
Schools by Level
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- 2
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- 2
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Common questions about schools in Alamo, Texas
How many schools are in Alamo, Texas?
Alamo has 12 schools, including 10 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Alamo, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 10 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Alamo is 7.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Alamo, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Alamo on MySchoolScout is Marcia R Garza with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Alamo, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Alamo on MySchoolScout is Marcia R Garza with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Alamo, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Alamo on MySchoolScout is Audie Murphy Middle with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best high school in Alamo, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Alamo on MySchoolScout is Psja Memorial Early College H S with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Alamo, Texas?
Alamo is served by 2 school districts: Idea Public Schools, Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD.
Are there private schools in Alamo, Texas?
Yes, Alamo has 2 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Macedonian Christian Academy with a score of 6.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Alamo, Texas?
Among 10 public schools in Alamo that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 16.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alamo, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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