Best 78557 Texas Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,019 students in 78557, TX.

The top ranked public schools in 78557, TX are Hidalgo Park Elementary School, Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School and Jc Kelly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 78557 have an score of 45% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78557, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.

Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78557, TX Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

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Rank: #11.

Hidalgo Park Elementary School

(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
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8700 S I Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 834-4276

Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1

Rank: #22.

Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School

(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
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411 Ebano
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4251

Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1

Rank: #33.

Jc Kelly Elementary School

(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
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201 E Las Milpas Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4201

Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1

Rank: #44.

Hidalgo Elementary School

(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
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601 Second St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4226

Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1

Rank: #55.

Diaz J High School

(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
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1312 E Pirate Dr
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4351

Gr: 6-8 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1

Rank: #66.

Hidalgo Early College High School

(Math: 24% | Reading: 25%)
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910 E Pirate Dr
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4301

Gr: 9-12 | 1,074 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 78557 Texas

78557, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Hidalgo Academy (Closed 2020)

Alternative School

310 Esperanza St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-3340

Gr: 9-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1

Hidalgo Early Start Academy (Closed 2023)

601 Second St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4439

Gr: PK | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1

Hidalgo J J A E P Elementary School (Closed 2009)

Alternative School

310 Esperanza St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4391

Gr: 12 | 1 student

Valley View 8th Grade Academy (Closed 2013)

Alternative School

3000 East Dicker Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 213-8430

Gr: 8 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1

Valley View 9th Grade Academy (Closed 2013)

Alternative School

3000 East Dicker Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 213-8430

Gr: 9 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 78557, TX?

The top ranked public schools in 78557, TX include Hidalgo Park Elementary School, Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School and Jc Kelly Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 78557?

6 public schools are located in 78557.

What is the racial composition of students in 78557?

78557 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).