For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 753 students in 78503, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 78503, TX is Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 78503 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78503, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public high schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78503, TX Public High Schools (2026-27)
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: 6-11 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 high schools in 78503, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78503, TX include Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory.
How many public high schools are located in 78503?
1 public high schools are located in 78503.
What is the racial composition of students in 78503?
78503 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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