For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 212 students in 78590, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78590, TX are San Perlita Elementary School, San Perlita Middle School and San Perlita High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78590 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78590, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78590, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
San Perlita Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
E Hwy 186 1mi N F M 2209
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
Gr: PK-5 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
San Perlita Middle School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Mi N F M 2209
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
Gr: 6-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #33.
San Perlita High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
E Hwy 186 1 Mi N F M 2209
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
Gr: 9-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
78590, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
San Perlita Instr Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
E Hwy 186 1 Mi N F M 2209
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78590, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78590, TX include San Perlita Elementary School, San Perlita Middle School and San Perlita High School.
How many public schools are located in 78590?
3 public schools are located in 78590.
What is the racial composition of students in 78590?
78590 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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