- SALINAS EL — Grades PK–5 · 854 students
- RODOLFO C CENTENO EL — Grades PK–5 · 824 students
- VETERANS MEMORIAL EL — Grades PK–5 · 815 students
- SAN ISIDRO EL — Grades PK–5 · 794 students
- COL SANTOS BENAVIDES EL — Grades PK–5 · 790 students
- PRADA EL — Grades PK–5 · 788 students
- JULIA BIRD JONES MULLER EL — Grades PK–5 · 768 students
- JOHN W ARNDT EL — Grades PK–5 · 766 students
- BARBARA FASKEN EL — Grades PK–5 · 704 students
- NYE EL — Grades PK–5 · 685 students
- TRAUTMANN EL — Grades PK–5 · 661 students
- RUIZ EL — Grades PK–5 · 660 students
- FREEDOM EL — Grades PK–5 · 651 students
- BONNIE L GARCIA EL — Grades PK–5 · 631 students
- RADCLIFFE & SUE KILLAM EL — Grades PK–5 · 631 students
- JUDITH ZAFFIRINI EL — Grades PK–5 · 618 students
- FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT EL — Grades PK–5 · 612 students
- DR MALAKOFF EL — Grades PK–5 · 599 students
- SIGIFREDO PEREZ EL — Grades PK–5 · 588 students
- ROBERTO J SANTOS EL — Grades PK–5 · 584 students
- JUAREZ/LINCOLN EL — Grades PK–5 · 535 students
- FINLEY EL — Grades PK–5 · 471 students
- CHARLES BORCHERS EL — Grades PK–5 · 456 students
- MATIAS DE LLANO EL — Grades PK–5 · 453 students
- HENRY CUELLAR EL — Grades PK–5 · 430 students
- + 5 more elementary schools
- ELIAS HERRERA MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 1,146 students
- UNITED MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 999 students
- UNITED SOUTH MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 869 students
- RICARDO MOLINA MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 769 students
- LAMAR BRUNI VERGARA MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 757 students
- TRAUTMANN MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 756 students
- ANTONIO GONZALEZ MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 664 students
- RAUL PERALES MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 648 students
- LOS OBISPOS MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 620 students
- GEORGE WASHINGTON MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 579 students
- CLARK MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 543 students
- JUAN ROBERTO RAMIREZ MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 521 students
- SALVADOR GARCIA MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 361 students
- UNITED H S — Grades 9–12 · 3,463 students
- UNITED SOUTH H S — Grades 9–12 · 3,252 students
- LYNDON B JOHNSON — Grades 9–12 · 3,240 students
- JOHN B ALEXANDER H S — Grades 9–12 · 3,171 students
- UNITED STEP ACADEMY — Grades 6–12 · 167 students
- YOUTH VILLAGE DETENTION CENTER — Grades 7–11 · 16 students
- YOUTH RECOVERY HOME — Grades 8–11 · 15 students
- JUVENILLE JUSTICE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM — Grades 8–12 · 12 students
- CASA ESPERANZA RECOVERY HOME
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| Metric | United Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 41,381 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 51 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,550/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Independent School District (this district) | 8/10 | 74th | 41,381 |
| Houston Independent School District | 4/10 | 39th | 187,000 |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 74th percentile → 8/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About United Independent School District
Zip code 78045 in United, Texas is served by United Independent School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of United Independent School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
United Independent School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 8/10, placing it in the above average tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Texas’ STAAR grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2023 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Texas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
United Independent School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Texas. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 78045
Children in zip code 78045 are assigned to United Independent School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 78045, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact United Independent School District at (956)473-6201 or visit www.uisd.net. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Texas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Laredo
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because United Independent School District serves zip code 78045, homes in and around zip code 78045 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Texas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support United Independent School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 78045.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with United Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 78045 data.