ZAPATA COUNTY ISD

Headquartered at 1302 Glenn Street in Zapata, Texas, Zapata County Independent School District serves as a primary educational anchor for its remote town community. Operating as an active, traditional public school district, Zapata County ISD encompasses six operational campuses providing continuous academic instruction from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. The district educates approximately 3,290 students, serving a closely knit student body that is predominantly Hispanic alongside White, Black, Asian, and multiracial learners. Families, students, and researchers can explore ongoing initiatives, campus updates, and district resources through their official portal at www.zcisd.org.

To support academic achievement and student well-being across all grade levels, the district maintains a robust operational footprint powered by over 1,100 full-time equivalent staff members. The instructional workforce includes approximately 480 full-time teachers alongside more than 60 instructional aides, fostering an environment structured for focused classroom engagement and personalized learning. Complementing the teaching staff are over 550 administrative, operational, and support personnel who oversee student services, specialized programs, and facility management, underscoring Zapata County ISD's strong commitment to educational opportunity and community development in South Texas.