Summary:
The 78380 zip code in Robstown, Texas, contains six schools serving elementary through high school grades, predominantly within the low-performing Robstown Independent School District (Isd), which ranks in the bottom 3% of Texas districts, though it also includes the standout Petronila Elementary from the high-performing Bishop Consolidated Independent School District.
The most striking finding is the extreme disparity within this single zip code. Petronila Elementary is an island of excellence, ranking in the 97th percentile statewide with 5-star ratings and STAAR proficiency rates of 60-100%, while the other elementary schools—Robert Driscoll Junior Stem Academy, Lotspeich Leadership Academy, and San Pedro Fine Arts Academy—all rank in the bottom 13% or worse, with test scores rarely exceeding 40% proficiency. San Pedro Fine Arts Academy faces the most severe challenges, with the highest economic disadvantage rate (95% free/reduced lunch) and the lowest scores, including a 5.88% proficiency rate in 5th-grade math. Seale J H presents a unique split: while general 7th-grade math proficiency is nearly zero (0.83%), its advanced Algebra I program achieves a 94.74% pass rate, far exceeding district and state averages.
Key takeaways for parents include that specialized school labels like "STEM" or "Leadership" do not guarantee strong academic outcomes, as these schools perform similarly to their non-specialized peers. Spending per student also does not directly correlate with success—Petronila Elementary spends the most ($13,733) and performs best, but San Pedro Fine Arts Academy spends the second most ($12,713) and performs worst. Despite low test scores, Robstown Early College High School boasts a strong 93% graduation rate, indicating a focus on student retention. Ultimately, a child's educational experience in 78380 depends heavily on their attendance zone, with Petronila Elementary offering a dramatically different outcome than the Robstown ISD schools.
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