For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 931 students in 78559, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78559, TX are La Feria Academy and La Feria Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78559 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78559, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78559 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is La Feria Early College High School, with 94% 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78559, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Feria Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
505 N Villarreal St
La Feria, TX 78559
(956) 797-8360
La Feria, TX 78559
(956) 797-8360
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #22.
La Feria Early College High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
901 N Canal St
La Feria, TX 78559
(956) 797-8370
La Feria, TX 78559
(956) 797-8370
Gr: 8-12 | 912 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
78559, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cameron County Jjaep Elementary School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
203 E Oleander
La Feria, TX 78559
(956) 797-8300
La Feria, TX 78559
(956) 797-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
400 S W St
La Feria, TX 78559
(956) 797-1616
La Feria, TX 78559
(956) 797-1616
Gr: 1 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78559, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78559, TX include La Feria Academy and La Feria Early College High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78559?
2 public high schools are located in 78559.
What is the racial composition of students in 78559?
78559 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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