For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public high schools serving 10,786 students in 78572, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78572, TX are Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy, Sharyland High School and Sharyland Pioneer High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78572 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78572, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78572 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sharyland High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78572, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1106 N Shary Rd Bldg A
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 584-6467
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 584-6467
Gr: 9-12 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Sharyland High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1106 N Shary Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 580-5300
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 580-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,542 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Sharyland Pioneer High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6 1/2 Mile N Shary Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 580-5200
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 580-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,492 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Idea Palmview College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4100 N Schuerbach Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 377-8000
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 377-8000
Gr: 6-9 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Idea College Preparatory Mission
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1600 S Schuerbach Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 583-8315
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 583-8315
Gr: 6-12 | 772 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
La Joya Palmview High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3901 N La Homa Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-2880
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-2880
Gr: 9-12 | 2,153 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #77.
Veterans Memorial High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 E Two Mile Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-3000
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,817 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Mission High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1802 W 18th St
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-5700
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-5700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,209 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Hidalgo Co J J A E P
Alternative School
1201 Bryce Dr
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-5500
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-5500
Gr: 11 | 1 student
Rank: n/an/a
Roosevelt Alternative School
Alternative School
407 E 3rd St
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-3900
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-3900
Gr: K-12
78572, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Eagle Academy Of Pharr At Mission (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1612 E Griffin Pkwy #1
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 424-9290
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 424-9290
Gr: 7-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
El Aep Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1106 North Shary Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 580-5200
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 580-5200
Gr: 2-3 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Hidalgo County J J A E P Elementary School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
3017 S 10 St
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 380-3837
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 380-3837
Gr: 10-11
Mission Options Academy (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
407 E 3rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-3960
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-3960
Gr: 9-12 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Sharyland Alternative Education School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
2704 Griffin Parkway
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 580-5200
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 580-5200
Gr: 7-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78572, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78572, TX include Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy, Sharyland High School and Sharyland Pioneer High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78572?
10 public high schools are located in 78572.
What is the racial composition of students in 78572?
78572 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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