For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,697 students in 78526, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78526, TX are Idea Brownsville Academy, Pena Elementary School and Idea Brownsville College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78526 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78526, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78526, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Brownsville Academy
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4395 Paredes Line Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5150
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5150
Gr: K-5 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Pena Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4975 Salida De La Luna
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 547-7100
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 547-7100
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #33.
Idea Brownsville College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4395 Paredes Line Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5150
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5150
Gr: 6-12 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Promesa College Prep Brownsville
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1944 E Alton Gloor Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 295-7778
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 295-7778
Gr: PK-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #55.
Harmony School Of Innovation - Brownsville
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3451 Dana Ave
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 574-9555
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 574-9555
Gr: 6-12 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Idea Sports Park Academy
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6650 Old Alice Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5300
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5300
Gr: K-5 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Idea Sports Park College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6650 Old Alice Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5300
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 832-5300
Gr: 6-12 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Brownsville Academic Center
Alternative School
3308 Robindale Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 504-6305
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 504-6305
Gr: 6-12
78526, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Brownsville Learning Academy Middle School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
4350 Morrison Rd
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 982-2860
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 982-2860
Gr: 6-8 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78526, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78526, TX include Idea Brownsville Academy, Pena Elementary School and Idea Brownsville College Preparatory.
How many public schools are located in 78526?
8 public schools are located in 78526.
What is the racial composition of students in 78526?
78526 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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