For the 2025 school year, there are 25 public schools serving 14,991 students in 78537, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,031 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 78537, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78537, TX are Idea College Prep, Idea Academy and J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78537 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78537, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78537, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 S 1st St
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-0203
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-0203
Grades: 6-12
| 785 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Idea Academy
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 S 1st St
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-0203
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-0203
Grades: K-5
| 767 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
503 S Hutto Rd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1995
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1995
Grades: 2-5
| 285 students
Rank: #44.
A P Solis Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 S Ave
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1650
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1650
Grades: 6-8
| 631 students
Rank: #55.
Le Noir Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
316 N Main St
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1685
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1685
Grades: PK-5
| 451 students
Rank: #66.
Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
333 E Hwy 83
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 783-1332
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 783-1332
Grades: PK-5
| 477 students
Rank: #77.
Julian S Adame
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5001 N Fm 493
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 461-4010
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 461-4010
Grades: PK-5
| 559 students
Rank: #88.
Donna Early College High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Redskin Ave
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1600
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1600
Grades: 9-10
| 140 students
Rank: #99.
A M Ochoa Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
424 S 11th St
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1900
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1900
Grades: PK-5
| 603 students
Rank: #1010.
W A Todd Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 N Salinas Blvd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1600
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1600
Grades: 6-8
| 646 students
Rank: #1111.
Guzman Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
510 S D Salinas Blvd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1920
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1920
Grades: PK-5
| 330 students
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Eloy Garza Salazar Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3207 N Goolie Rd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1977
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1977
Grades: PK-5
| 446 students
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
503 S Hutto Rd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1990
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1990
Grades: PK-2
| 394 students
Rank: #1414.
Dora M Sauceda Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
520 N Vly View Rd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1360
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1360
Grades: 6-8
| 604 students
Rank: #1515.
T Price Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2906 E Roberts
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1303
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1303
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
C Stainke Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1309 S Ave
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1940
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1940
Grades: PK-5
| 513 students
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Veterans Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2711 N Golie Rd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1350
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1350
Grades: 6-8
| 870 students
Rank: #1818.
Patricia S Garza Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8801 Alberta Rd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1886
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1886
Grades: PK-5
| 616 students
Rank: #1919.
Maria Alicia P Munoz Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1901 E Roosevelt
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1310
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1310
Grades: PK-5
| 692 students
Rank: #2020.
Donna High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2301 E Wood Ave
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1700
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1700
Grades: 9-12
| 2,075 students
Rank: #2121.
Daniel Singleterry Senior
(Math: 20% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9113 N Val Verde Rd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1845
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1845
Grades: PK-5
| 510 students
Rank: #2222.
3d Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2110 Hester Ave
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1254
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1254
Grades: 9-12
| 168 students
Rank: #2323.
Donna North High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7250 N Val Verde Rd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-4190
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-4190
Grades: 9-12
| 1,996 students
Rank: n/an/a
Donna Alternative Education Program
Alternative School
281 Military Hwy
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1954
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1954
Grades: 1-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Hidalgo Co J J A E P
Alternative School
3900 N 23rd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 688-6123
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 688-6123
Grades: 8-12
| 8 students
78537, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Excel Academy Campus (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
2006 Silver Ave
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1600
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1600
Grades: 9-11
| 65 students
1701 E Hwy 281
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1864
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1864
Grades: PK-6
| n/a students
400 North Salinas Blvd
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1800
Donna, TX 78537
(956) 464-1800
Grades: 9
| 1,079 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78537, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78537, TX include Idea College Prep, Idea Academy and J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy.
How many public schools are located in 78537?
25 public schools are located in 78537.
What percentage of students in 78537 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 78537 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78537?
78537 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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