For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,087 students in 78541, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78541, TX are Idea Quest College Preparatory, Idea Edinburg College Preparatory and Lone Star H S South (Tjjd). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78541 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78541, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78541 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Idea Quest College Preparatory, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78541, TX Public High 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 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: #33.
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 high schools in 78541, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78541, TX include Idea Quest College Preparatory, Idea Edinburg College Preparatory and Lone Star H S South (Tjjd).
How many public high schools are located in 78541?
4 public high schools are located in 78541.
What is the racial composition of students in 78541?
78541 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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