For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 593 students in 78540, TX.
The top ranked public charter school in 78540, TX is Vanguard Picasso. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 78540 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78540, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78540, TX Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vanguard Picasso
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 S Athol
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 702-0134
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 702-0134
Grades: PK-5
| 593 students
78540, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2320 S Cesar Chavez Rd
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2560
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2560
Grades: PK-5
| 559 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 78540, TX?
The top ranked public charter schools in 78540, TX include Vanguard Picasso.
How many public charter schools are located in 78540?
1 public charter schools are located in 78540.
What is the racial composition of students in 78540?
78540 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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