For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 public high schools serving 3,741 students in 78586, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78586, TX are Rgv Youth Recovery Home, Idea College Preparatory San Benito and Amador R Rodriguez Juvenile Boot Camp. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78586 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78586, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78586 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Idea College Preparatory San Benito, with ≥95% 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78586, TX Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rgv Youth Recovery Home
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
29783 Rangerville Raod
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 428-5200
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 428-5200
Gr: 8-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Idea College Preparatory San Benito
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2151 Russell Ln
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 399-5252
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 399-5252
Gr: 6-12 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Amador R Rodriguez Juvenile Boot Camp
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2300 W Bus Hwy 77
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-3509
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-3509
Gr: 9-11 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Rank: #44.
Cameron Co J J A E P
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2310 W Hwy 77
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-4629
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-4629
Gr: 8-12 | 8 students
Rank: #55.
Hester Juvenile Detent
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2310 W Hwy 77
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 399-3075
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 399-3075
Gr: 7-11 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy
(Math: 31% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2115 N Williams Rd
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 276-6000
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 276-6000
Gr: 9 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Positive Redirection Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
450 S Dowling St
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-6275
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-6275
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #88.
Triumph Public High Schools-san Benito
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1785 W Business Hwy 77
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 276-9930
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 276-9930
Gr: 9-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
San Benito High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
450 S Williams Rd
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-6500
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-6500
Gr: 9-12 | 2,057 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
2115 N Williams Rd
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-6100
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-6100
Gr: K-10 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
78586, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cameron Co J J A E P (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
2330 W Bus Hwy 77
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-3509
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-3509
Gr: 8-12 | 9 students
Mid-valley Academy (Pk-3) (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1785 W Business Hwy 77
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 276-9930
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 276-9930
Swk - Casa Antigua (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
502 E Expy 77 83
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-6446
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-6446
Swk - Casa Rio Grande (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
401 E Business Hwy 77
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-6100
San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 361-6100
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78586, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78586, TX include Rgv Youth Recovery Home, Idea College Preparatory San Benito and Amador R Rodriguez Juvenile Boot Camp.
How many public high schools are located in 78586?
10 public high schools are located in 78586.
What is the racial composition of students in 78586?
78586 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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