For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,409 students in 78503, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78503, TX are Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory and Idea Los Encinos Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78503 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78503, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78503, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5400 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Gr: 6-10 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Idea Los Encinos Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5400 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Gr: K-5 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
78503, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2400 Jordan Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4440
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4440
Gr: PK-5 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2112 North Main St
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4414
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 971-4414
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
J J A E P (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
3017 S 10th
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 994-0068
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 994-0068
Gr: 8-11 | 10 students
Student Alter Prog Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3017 S 10th St
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 994-0068
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 994-0068
Gr: 10
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78503, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78503, TX include Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory and Idea Los Encinos Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 78503?
2 public charter schools are located in 78503.
What is the racial composition of students in 78503?
78503 public charter schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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