For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,552 students in 78537, TX.
The top ranked public charter schools in 78537, TX are Idea College Prep and Idea Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78537 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78537, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78537, TX Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 S 1st St
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-0203
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-0203
Grades: 6-12
| 785 students
Rank: #22.
Idea Academy
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 S 1st St
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-0203
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-0203
Grades: K-5
| 767 students
78537, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Excel Academy Campus (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
2006 Silver Ave
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1600
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1600
Grades: 9-11
| 65 students
1701 E Hwy 281
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1864
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1864
Grades: PK-6
| n/a students
400 North Salinas Blvd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1800
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1800
Grades: 9
| 1,079 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 78537, TX?
The top ranked public charter schools in 78537, TX include Idea College Prep and Idea Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 78537?
2 public charter schools are located in 78537.
What is the racial composition of students in 78537?
78537 public charter schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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