For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 245 students in 78516, TX (there are 10 public schools, serving 7,940 public students). 3% of all K-12 students in 78516, TX are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Texas private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
100% of private schools in 78516, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Church of Christ and Baptist).
Private Schools in 78516, TX (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Macedonian Christian Academy
(Baptist)
135 E State Highway 495
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 464-7950
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 464-7950
Gr: PK-12 | 190 students
932 North Alamo Road
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 787-8445
Alamo, TX 78516
(956) 787-8445
Gr: PK-12 | 55 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 78516, TX?
2 private schools are located in 78516, TX.
What percentage of students in 78516 go to private school?
3% of all K-12 students in 78516 are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 78516?
100% of private schools in 78516 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Church of Christ and Baptist).
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