For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,141 students in 78503, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 78503, TX are Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory, Houston Elementary School and Idea Los Encinos Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78503 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78503, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78503, TX Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5400 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Grades: 6-9
| 507 students
Rank: #22.
Houston Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3221 Olga Ave
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-1167
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-1167
Grades: PK-5
| 378 students
Rank: #33.
Idea Los Encinos Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5400 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Grades: PK-4
| 743 students
Rank: #44.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4801 S 26th St
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4424
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4424
Grades: PK-5
| 433 students
Rank: #55.
Brown Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2700 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 632-8700
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 632-8700
Grades: 6-8
| 585 students
Rank: #66.
Escandon Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Colbath Ave
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4511
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4511
Grades: PK-5
| 495 students
78503, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2400 Jordan Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4440
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4440
Grades: PK-5
| 167 students
2112 North Main St
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4414
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4414
Grades: PK-5
| 419 students
J J A E P (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
3017 S 10th
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 994-0068
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 994-0068
Grades: 8-11
| 10 students
J J A E P (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3017 S 10th St
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 994-0068
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 994-0068
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Student Alter Prog Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3017 S 10th St
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 994-0068
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 994-0068
Grades: 10
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78503, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78503, TX include Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory, Houston Elementary School and Idea Los Encinos Academy.
How many public schools are located in 78503?
6 public schools are located in 78503.
What is the racial composition of students in 78503?
78503 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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