For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public high schools serving 15,681 students in 78540, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78540, TX are Vanguard Beethoven, Vanguard Van Gogh and Vanguard Rembrandt. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78540 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78540, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78540 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Vanguard Mozart, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78540, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vanguard Beethoven
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2215 S Veterans Blvd
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 318-0211
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 318-0211
Gr: PK-12 | 1,782 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Vanguard Van Gogh
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1407 W Moore Rd
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 403-5000
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 403-5000
Gr: PK-9 | 1,048 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Vanguard Rembrandt
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 E Kelly Ave
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 283-0600
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 283-0600
Gr: PK-12 | 1,978 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Vanguard Mozart
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
155 E Business 83
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 223-2030
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 223-2030
Gr: PK-12 | 1,236 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Robert R Vela High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
801 E Canton Rd
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2650
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2650
Gr: 9-12 | 2,101 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Edinburg High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2600 E Wisconsin
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2400
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Edinburg North High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3101 N Closner
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2500
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 2,542 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Economedes High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1414 N Alamo
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2450
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2450
Gr: 9-12 | 2,689 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #99.
Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1001 N Doolittle Rd
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2321
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2321
Gr: 6-11 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Edinburg Alternative Education Academy
Alternative School
1301 E Schunior
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2598
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2598
Gr: 3-12
Rank: n/an/a
Vision Academy Of Excellence
Alternative School
1200 E Schunior
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2584
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2584
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78540, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78540, TX include Vanguard Beethoven, Vanguard Van Gogh and Vanguard Rembrandt.
How many public high schools are located in 78540?
11 public high schools are located in 78540.
What is the racial composition of students in 78540?
78540 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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