For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 307 students in 78408, TX.
The top-ranked public charter school in 78408, TX is Rise Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 78408 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78408, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78408, TX Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
207 N Martin Luther King Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX 78408
(806) 744-0438
Corpus Christi, TX 78408
(806) 744-0438
Gr: PK-8 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
78408, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cesar E Chavez Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
4613 S Padre Island Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78408
(361) 561-5651
Corpus Christi, TX 78408
(361) 561-5651
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78408, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78408, TX include Rise Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 78408?
1 public charter schools are located in 78408.
What is the racial composition of students in 78408?
78408 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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