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| Metric | Eagle Pass Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 13,935 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 24 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,101/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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Pass Independent School District (this district) | 5/10 | 44th | 13,935 |
| Hondo Independent School District | 3/10 | 24th | 1,772 |
| Terrell County Independent School District | 6/10 | 55th | 129 |
| D'Hanis Independent School District | 10/10 | 96th | 284 |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 44th percentile → 5/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Eagle Pass Independent School District
Eagle Pass Independent School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 78860 in Eagle Pass, Texas. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 78860. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Eagle Pass Independent School District spent $10,101 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 7% below Texas’s statewide $10,900 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 24 schools serving approximately 13,935 students across grades Pre-K – 12th, Eagle Pass Independent School District is a large district. Contact Eagle Pass Independent School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
With a rating of 5/10 (average), Eagle Pass Independent School District ranks among Texas’s average-rated school systems. 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.
Eagle Pass Independent School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Texas. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 78860
Children in zip code 78860 are assigned to Eagle Pass 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 78860, 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 Eagle Pass Independent School District at (830)773-5181 or visit www.eaglepassisd.net. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. 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 Eagle Pass
For families considering a purchase in the Eagle Pass area, district assignment matters financially. Because Eagle Pass Independent School District serves zip code 78860, homes in and around zip code 78860 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. 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 Eagle Pass 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 78860.
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 Eagle Pass Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 78860 data.