For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 864 students in 78599, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78599, TX are Idea College Prep Weslaco, South Palm Gardens High School and Hidalgo County Boot Camp. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78599 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78599, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78599 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Idea College Prep Weslaco, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78599, TX Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea College Prep Weslaco
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2931 E Sugar Cane Dr
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 351-4100
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 351-4100
Grades: 6-12
| 762 students
Rank: #22.
South Palm Gardens High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 11-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2607 Camino Real Viejo
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-0404
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-0404
Grades: 9-12
| 65 students
Rank: #33.
Hidalgo County Boot Camp
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1711 N Bridge
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-4908
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-4908
Grades: 9-11
| 12 students
Rank: n/an/a
Hidalgo Co J J A E P
Alternative School
3900 N 23rd St
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 688-6123
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 688-6123
Grades: 6-12
| 25 students
78599, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Guidance Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2607 Camino Real Viejo
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-6810
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-6810
Grades: 6-11
| 22 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78599, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78599, TX include Idea College Prep Weslaco, South Palm Gardens High School and Hidalgo County Boot Camp.
How many public high schools are located in 78599?
4 public high schools are located in 78599.
What is the racial composition of students in 78599?
78599 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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