For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 404 students in 78539, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 78539, TX is South Texas Isd World Scholars. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78539 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78539, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78539 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Texas Isd World Scholars, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78539, TX Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Texas Isd World Scholars
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 S Sugar Rd
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 383-1684
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 383-1684
Gr: 9-12 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Jjaep-southwest Key Program
Alternative School
1313 S 18th St
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 380-3837
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 380-3837
Gr: 8-9 | 1 student
78539, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hidalgo County J J A E P (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
100 N Closner
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 262-1381
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 262-1381
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78539, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78539, TX include South Texas Isd World Scholars.
How many public high schools are located in 78539?
2 public high schools are located in 78539.
What is the racial composition of students in 78539?
78539 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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