- BRUNI EL — 0.0 mi · Grades PK–5 · 441 students
- J C MARTIN JR EL — 0.4 mi · Grades PK–5 · 435 students
- MARTIN H S — 0.4 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,975 students
- MEMORIAL MIDDLE — 0.5 mi · Grades 6–8 · 679 students
- CHRISTEN MIDDLE — 0.6 mi · Grades 6–8 · 1,115 students
- MACDONELL EL — 0.6 mi · Grades PK–5 · 426 students
- DON JOSE GALLEGO — 0.7 mi · Grades PK–5 · 557 students
- LEYENDECKER EL — 0.7 mi · Grades PK–5 · 406 students
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| Metric | Laredo Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 20,932 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 30 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $13,574/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 23% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laredo Independent School District (this district) | 5/10 | 49th | 20,932 |
| United Independent School District | 8/10 | 74th | 41,381 |
| Webb Consolidated Independent School District | 7/10 | 62nd | 245 |
| Zapata County Independent School District | 4/10 | 34th | 3,376 |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 49th percentile → 5/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Laredo Independent School District
Laredo Independent School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 78040 in Laredo, Texas. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 78040. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Laredo 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.
Laredo 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 78040
Children in zip code 78040 are assigned to Laredo 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 78040, 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 Laredo Independent School District at (956)273-1000 or visit www.laredoisd.org. 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 Laredo
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Laredo Independent School District serves zip code 78040, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 78040 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 Laredo 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 78040.
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 and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Laredo Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 78040 data.