For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 5,499 students in 78596, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78596, TX are Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory, Weslaco 21st Century Cte Early College High School and Weslaco High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78596 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78596, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78596 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Weslaco High School, with 92% 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 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78596, TX Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 E Pike Blvd
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 351-4850
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 351-4850
Grades: 6-12
| 737 students
Rank: #22.
Weslaco 21st Century Cte Early College High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 S Bridge
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6500
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6500
Grades: 9-12
| 258 students
Rank: #33.
Weslaco High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1005 W Pike Ave
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6700
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6700
Grades: 9-12
| 2,504 students
Rank: #44.
Weslaco East High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
810 S Pleasantview Dr
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6950
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6950
Grades: 9-12
| 1,952 students
Rank: #55.
Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
104 S Garza
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6916
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6916
Grades: 6-12
| 48 students
Rank: n/an/a
Horizon H S Harlingen
Charter School
2802 S 77 Sunshine Strip
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 631-0234
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 631-0234
Grades: 9
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Horizon H S Mcallen
Charter School
320 N Main St
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 631-0234
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 631-0234
Grades: 9
| n/a students
78596, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1111 W Sugar Cane Dr
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6775
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6775
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
814 E Plaza
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6750
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6750
Grades: PK-5
| 542 students
400 S Oklahoma St
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6875
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6875
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Technology Education Charter High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
116 W 5th St
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 668-7761
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 668-7761
Grades: PK-12
| 97 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78596, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78596, TX include Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory, Weslaco 21st Century Cte Early College High School and Weslaco High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78596, TX?
7 public high schools are located in 78596, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in 78596, TX?
78596, TX public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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