4.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Zapata, Texas

6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 6

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 4.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.8/10
Median household income: $35,763
Median home value: $89,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 14%
Avg commute: 25 min
Owner-occupied homes: 74%

How Zapata compares

Texas rank

#634 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.5

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$36k

48% of Texas median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Zapata, Texas

Zapata, Texas is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Zapata show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Zapata is Zapata South EL with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Zapata is served by 1 school district: ZAPATA COUNTY ISD. These districts collectively serve 3,359 students.

Zapata's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $35,763. The poverty rate in the area is 39.2%.

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.

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Filter by Type: All Types (6) Public (6)

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Filter by ZIP: 78076 (6)

Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	ZAPATA SOUTH EL 442 students · Pre-K–5th	442	Pre-K–5th	6.7
2	ZAPATA NORTH EL 575 students · Pre-K–5th	575	Pre-K–5th	4.4
3	FIDEL AND ANDREA R VILLARREAL EL 463 students · Pre-K–5th	463	Pre-K–5th	3.7
4	BENAVIDES EL 61 students · Pre-K–5th	61	Pre-K–5th	3.0

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	ZAPATA MIDDLE 750 students · 6th–8th	750	6th–8th	6.4

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	ZAPATA H S 1,068 students · 9th–12th	1,068	9th–12th	4.5

Schools in Zapata

Zapata, Texas · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$35,763

Median Home Value

$89,600

Median Rent

$566/mo

Population

13,085

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

39.2%

Community Profile

Zapata has a median household income of $35,763. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $89,600, with a median rent of $566/month. The area has a poverty rate of 39.2%, 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: 6
Elementary: 4
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 4.8/10

Resources

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School District

ZAPATA COUNTY ISD

6 schools · 3,359 students

Nearby Cities

Rio Bravo (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 Zapata, Texas

How many schools are in Zapata, Texas?

Zapata has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Zapata, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Zapata is 4.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Zapata on MySchoolScout is Zapata South EL with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Zapata, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Zapata on MySchoolScout is Zapata South EL with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Zapata, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Zapata on MySchoolScout is Zapata Middle with a composite score of 6.4/10.

What is the best high school in Zapata, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Zapata on MySchoolScout is Zapata H S with a composite score of 4.5/10.

How many school districts serve Zapata, Texas?

Zapata is served by 1 school district: Zapata County ISD.

What is the education level in Zapata, Texas?

According to Census data, 14% of adults in Zapata have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Zapata, Texas?

The median household income in Zapata is approximately $35,763 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Zapata is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Zapata, 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.