- DR WILLIAM LONG EL — Grades PK–5 · 767 students
- AIDA C ESCOBAR EL — Grades PK–5 · 735 students
- AUGUSTO GUERRA EL — Grades PK–5 · 731 students
- JOHN MCKEEVER EL — Grades PK–5 · 699 students
- EDITH & ETHEL CARMAN EL — Grades PK–5 · 686 students
- GERALDINE PALMER EL — Grades PK–5 · 657 students
- ALLEN & WILLIAM ARNOLD EL — Grades PK–5 · 657 students
- HENRY FORD EL — Grades PK–5 · 643 students
- ARNOLDO CANTU SR EL — Grades PK–5 · 598 students
- KELLY-PHARR EL — Grades PK–5 · 587 students
- ALFRED SORENSEN EL — Grades PK–5 · 583 students
- RAUL LONGORIA EL — Grades PK–5 · 568 students
- AMANDA GARZA-PENA EL — Grades PK–5 · 557 students
- MARCIA R GARZA — Grades PK–5 · 545 students
- PSJA EARLY START — Grades PK–PK · 527 students
- ZEFERINO FARIAS EL — Grades PK–5 · 520 students
- DANIEL RAMIREZ EL — Grades PK–5 · 516 students
- SANTOS LIVAS EL — Grades PK–5 · 515 students
- DRS REED - MOCK EL — Grades PK–5 · 509 students
- BERTA S PALACIOS EL — Grades PK–5 · 470 students
- CARMEN ANAYA EL — Grades PK–5 · 429 students
- CESAR CHAVEZ EL — Grades PK–5 · 403 students
- SGT LEONEL TREVINO EL — Grades PK–5 · 401 students
- JOHN DOEDYNS EL — Grades PK–5 · 391 students
- GRACIELA GARCIA EL — Grades PK–5 · 385 students
- + 3 more elementary schools
- LYNDON B JOHNSON MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 1,006 students
- AUSTIN MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 833 students
- AUDIE MURPHY MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 790 students
- LIBERTY MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 742 students
- R YZAGUIRRE MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 736 students
- JESUS - JESSE - VELA JR MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 654 students
- JAIME ESCALANTE MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 554 students
- KENNEDY MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 519 students
- PSJA EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,300 students
- PSJA NORTH EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,166 students
- PSJA MEMORIAL EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,997 students
- PSJA SOUTHWEST EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,588 students
- PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 553 students
- PSJA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS — Grades 9–12 · 340 students
- BUELL CENTRAL DAEP — Grades 6–12 · 117 students
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- PSJA SONIA M SOTOMAYOR H S
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| Metric | Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 30,003 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 43 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,946/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (this district) | 5/10 | 43rd | 30,003 |
| La Joya Independent School District | 6/10 | 54th | 24,804 |
| Point Isabel Independent School District | 5/10 | 41st | 1,930 |
| Los Fresnos Consolidated Independent School District | 8/10 | 79th | 10,565 |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 43rd percentile → 5/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District
Zip code 78577 in Pharr-San Juan-Alamo, Texas is served by Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo 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 5/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District 5 out of 10 — average among Texas public school districts. 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.
Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District falls near the middle of Texas on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 78577
Children in zip code 78577 are assigned to Pharr-San Juan-Alamo 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 78577, 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 Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District at (956)354-2000 or visit www.psjaisd.us. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. 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 Pharr
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District serves zip code 78577, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 78577 and neighboring areas. 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 Pharr-San Juan-Alamo 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 78577.
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 Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 78577 data.