School Overview
Zavala Elementary, located at 1111 N B St in Harlingen, Texas, is a public school serving the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District (HCISD). Situated in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, the school functions as a foundational educational hub for its local community, focusing on the core academic development of its elementary-age student body. Like other schools within the HCISD network, Zavala Elementary is committed to the district’s mission of providing high-quality instruction, fostering student success, and preparing young learners for their future academic transitions.

The school environment at Zavala is characterized by a commitment to both educational excellence and the social-emotional well-being of its students. By leveraging resources provided by the Harlingen school district, the campus offers a structured curriculum designed to meet state standards while promoting inclusivity and community involvement. For parents and community members interested in specific programs, academic calendars, or campus updates, the school maintains an official presence through the district’s website at [hcisd.org/zavala](http://www.hcisd.org/zavala), which serves as the primary portal for school-home communication.
295
Total Students
22.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
112.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ZAVALA EL
Demographic Student Count
White10
Hispanic281
Black4
  • Hispanic
    281 (95.3 %)
  • White
    10 (3.4 %)
  • Black
    4 (1.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: HARLINGEN CISD
Phone: (956)427-3200
Website: http://www.hcisd.org/zavala
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 295
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 325
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 61
Kindergarten 47
Grade 1 35
Grade 2 47
Grade 3 37
Grade 4 34
Grade 5 34

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ZAVALA EL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten61
Kindergarten47
Grade 135
Grade 247
Grade 337
Grade 434
Grade 534
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ZAVALA EL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14749.8%
Male14850.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)