For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,649 students in 78538, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78538, TX are Edcouch-elsa High School, Edcouch-elsa H S Academy and Monte Alto High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78538 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78538, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78538 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Monte Alto High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78538, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edcouch-elsa High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 N Yellowjacket Dr
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6074
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6074
Grades: 9-12
| 1,329 students
Rank: #22.
Edcouch-elsa H S Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
211 N Yellowjacket Dr
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0151
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0151
Grades: 9-12
| 39 students
Rank: #33.
Monte Alto High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25149 1st St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1381
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1381
Grades: 9-12
| 281 students
78538, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
619 Mile 17
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Grades: 6
| 364 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78538, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78538, TX include Edcouch-elsa High School, Edcouch-elsa H S Academy and Monte Alto High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78538?
3 public high schools are located in 78538.
What is the racial composition of students in 78538?
78538 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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