For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 803 students in 78539, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in 78539, TX is South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78539 have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 52% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78539, TX Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
724 Sugar Rd
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 381-5522
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 381-5522
Gr: 6-8 | 802 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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 middle schools in 78539, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78539, TX include South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 78539?
2 public middle schools are located in 78539.
What is the racial composition of students in 78539?
78539 public middle schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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