For the 2024 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 8,150 students in 78504, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 830 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 78504, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78504, TX are Gonzalez Elementary School, Morris Middle School and Dr Pablo Perez. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78504 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 78504, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78504, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gonzalez Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
201 E Martin Ave
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4577
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4577
Grades: PK-5
| 788 students
Rank: #22.
Morris Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 Trenton Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 618-7300
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 618-7300
Grades: 6-9
| 1,013 students
Rank: #33.
Dr Pablo Perez
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7801 N Main
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1125
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1125
Grades: PK-5
| 537 students
Rank: #44.
Rayburn Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7000 N Main St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4363
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4363
Grades: PK-5
| 484 students
Rank: #55.
Michael E Fossum Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7800 N Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1105
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1105
Grades: 6-8
| 833 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Blanca E Sanchez
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2901 Incarnate Word
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1100
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1100
Grades: PK-5
| 489 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Castaneda Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4100 N 34th
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 623-8882
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 623-8882
Grades: PK-5
| 498 students
Rank: #88.
Lucile Hendricks Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3900 Goldcrest
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1145
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1145
Grades: PK-5
| 385 students
Rank: #99.
Idea Tres Lagos College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5200 Tres Lagos Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Grades: 6-10
| 480 students
Rank: #1010.
Garza Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6300 N 29th St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4554
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4554
Grades: PK-5
| 460 students
Rank: #1111.
De La Vina Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 S Jackson Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 289-2366
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 289-2366
Grades: PK-5
| 538 students
Rank: #1212.
De Leon Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4201 N 29th St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 632-8800
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 632-8800
Grades: 6-8
| 829 students
Rank: #1313.
Idea Tres Lagos Academy
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5200 Tres Lagos Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 816 students
78504, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ignite Public School And Community Serv Center At Brownsville (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
508 E Elizabeth St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 542-3363
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 542-3363
Grades: PK-12
| 250 students
Ignite Public School And Community Serv Center At Edinburg (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
4737 S Sugar Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 380-6616
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 380-6616
Grades: PK-12
| 223 students
Ignite Public School And Community Serv Center At Mission (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1352 E First St Ste A
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 519-2227
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 519-2227
Grades: PK-12
| 253 students
Ignite Public School And Community Serv Center At Weslaco (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
615 S International Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Grades: PK-12
| 215 students
One Stop Multiservice (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
P O Box 164
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Grades: PK-12
| 141 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78504, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78504, TX include Gonzalez Elementary School, Morris Middle School and Dr Pablo Perez.
How many public schools are located in 78504, TX?
13 public schools are located in 78504, TX.
What percentage of students in 78504, TX go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 78504, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78504, TX?
78504, TX public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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