For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 5,774 students in 78550, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78550, TX are Harlingen School Of Health Professions, Secondary Alter Center and Harlingen Collegiate High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78550 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78550, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78550 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Harlingen Collegiate High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78550, TX Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harlingen School Of Health Professions
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2302 N 21st St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 430-4078
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 430-4078
Grades: 8-12
| 359 students
Rank: #22.
Secondary Alter Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1310 Sam Houston
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3210
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3210
Grades: 6-12
| 79 students
Rank: #33.
Harlingen Collegiate High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2510 Pecan Bldg R
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 430-9690
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 430-9690
Grades: 9-12
| 333 students
Rank: #44.
Edna Tamayo House
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1438 N 7th
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 425-6567
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 425-6567
Grades: 9-11
| 14 students
Rank: #55.
Dr Abraham P Cano Freshman Academy
(Math: 20% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1701 Lozano
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 430-4900
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 430-4900
Grades: 9
| 1,055 students
Rank: #66.
Harlingen H S - South
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1701 Dixieland Rd
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3800
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,581 students
Rank: #77.
Horizon Montessori Iii
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2802 S 77 Sunshine Strip
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-8207
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-8207
Grades: PK-9
| 354 students
Rank: #88.
Harlingen High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1201 E Marshall Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3600
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,999 students
78550, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bcfs - Harlingen Middle School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
3700 E Harrison Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550
(210) 333-6227
Harlingen, TX 78550
(210) 333-6227
Grades: 7-8
| 211 students
Cameron County J J A E P Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1409 E Harrison St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 361-8271
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 361-8271
Grades: 9-12
| 17 students
Keys Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
2809 N 7th St
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3220
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 427-3220
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Lawrenceburg Public Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Charter School
2701 N Breedlove
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 412-6951
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 412-6951
Grades: PK-6
| 281 students
Southwest Key (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
23011 Rio Rancho
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 421-2034
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 421-2034
Grades: 6-9
| 42 students
Technical High School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
801 N 13th St Ste 15
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-8200
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-8200
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2701 N Breedlove
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 428-0884
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 428-0884
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Valley Junior High School (Closed 2004)
Charter School
2701 N Breedlove
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 412-6951
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 412-6951
Grades: 7-8
| 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78550, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78550, TX include Harlingen School Of Health Professions, Secondary Alter Center and Harlingen Collegiate High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78550, TX?
8 public high schools are located in 78550, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in 78550, TX?
78550, TX public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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