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4.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Alamo, Texas

12 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other

Public: 10
Private: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 4.6/10
Estimated Scores: 17%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
4.6/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$51,547

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$102,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
12%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
25 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
77%

Of occupied housing units

How Alamo compares

Texas rank

#646 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.7

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$52k

69% of Texas median

Schools in this city

12

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.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 10, schools in Alamo show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Alamo is Macedonian Christian Academy with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Alamo is served by 2 school districts: IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD. These districts collectively serve 106,827 students.

Alamo's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,547. The poverty rate in the area is 27.6%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (12) Elementary (6) Middle (2) High (2)
Filter by Type: All Types (12) Public (10) Private (2)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (12) Academics (12) Growth (10) Resources (10)
Filter by ZIP: 78516 (12)

Elementary Schools

6 schools
# School Rating
1
IDEA ACADEMY ALAMO
704 students · Kindergarten–5th 		4.4
2
AUGUSTO GUERRA EL
700 students · Pre-K–5th 		3.5
3
JOHN MCKEEVER EL
722 students · Pre-K–5th 		3.2
4
MARCIA R GARZA
613 students · Pre-K–5th 		3.2
5
ZEFERINO FARIAS EL
546 students · Pre-K–5th 		3.1
6
SANTOS LIVAS EL
511 students · Pre-K–5th 		3.0

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
AUDIE MURPHY MIDDLE
757 students · 6th–8th 		5.2
2
JESUS - JESSE - VELA JR MIDDLE
678 students · 6th–8th 		4.4

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
PSJA MEMORIAL EARLY COLLEGE H S
1,946 students · 9th–12th 		6.3
2
IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY ALAMO
763 students · 6th–12th 		6.2

Other Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
MACEDONIAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private
201 students · Pre-K–12th 		Not Rated
2
VALLEY CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Private
38 students · Kindergarten–12th 		Not Rated

Schools in Alamo

Alamo, Texas · 12 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$51,547

Median Home Value

$102,900

Median Rent

$743/mo

Population

34,960

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

27.6%

Community Profile

Alamo has a median household income of $51,547. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $102,900, with a median rent of $743/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
12
Elementary
6
Middle
2
High
2
Districts
2
Avg Rating
4.6/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Alamo schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Alamo 📊 Niche Alamo Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (2)

IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

123 schools · 76,819 students

PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD

44 schools · 30,008 students

Nearby Cities

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2 mi
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Pharr (37 schools)
5 mi
Lewisville (6 schools)
6 mi
Edinburgh (1 school)
8 mi
Edinburg (59 schools)
9 mi
Weslaco (26 schools)
8 mi
Mcallen (44 schools)
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Hidalgo (6 schools)
9 mi
Mc Allen (1 school)
9 mi
Elsa (2 schools)
10 mi
Edcouch (9 schools)
11 mi
Progreso (4 schools)
12 mi
Mercedes (15 schools)
13 mi
La Villa (3 schools)
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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

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 schools in Alamo is 4.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Alamo, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Alamo on MySchoolScout is Macedonian Christian Academy with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Alamo, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Alamo on MySchoolScout is Idea Academy Alamo with a composite score of 4.4/10.

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 5.2/10.

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 6.3/10.

How many school districts serve Alamo, Texas?

Alamo is served by 2 school districts: Idea Public Schools, Pharr-san Juan-alamo ISD.

What is the education level in Alamo, Texas?

According to Census data, 12% of adults in Alamo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Alamo, Texas?

The median household income in Alamo is approximately $51,547 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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 6.5/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Alamo, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alamo is 15.6:1. 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 departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.