For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,407 students in 78541, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 217 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 78541, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78541, TX are Idea Quest College Preparatory, Idea Quest Academy and Idea Edinburg College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78541 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78541, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78541, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Quest College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14001 N Rooth Rd
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-1003
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-1003
Gr: 6-12 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Idea Quest Academy
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14001 N Rooth Rd
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-1003
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-1003
Gr: K-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Idea Edinburg College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2553 Roegiers Rd
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-6300
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-6300
Gr: 6-12 | 795 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Idea Edinburg Academy
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2753 N Roegiers Rd
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-6100
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-6100
Gr: K-5 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Lone Star H S South (Tjjd)
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3801 E Monte Cristo Rd
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 289-5562
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 289-5562
Gr: 9-12 | 159 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
1401 E Freddy Gonzalez
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 289-2300
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 289-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78541, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78541, TX include Idea Quest College Preparatory, Idea Quest Academy and Idea Edinburg College Preparatory.
How many public schools are located in 78541?
6 public schools are located in 78541.
What percentage of students in 78541 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 78541 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78541?
78541 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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