John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary

Rio Grande City is a close-knit South Texas border community along the Rio Grande, where family and cultural roots run deep, and Hinojosa Elementary reflects that spirit. The school faces some academic challenges, with math being a relative bright spot compared to English and science scores, so families who are actively engaged in their child's learning will want to stay closely connected with teachers. For families already rooted in the community, it's the kind of neighborhood school where everyone knows each other — and that sense of belonging can mean a lot in a child's early years.