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Best 78539 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,169 students in 78539, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78539, TX are South Texas Isd World Scholars and Vanguard Beethoven. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78539 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78539, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78539 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Texas Isd World Scholars, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78539, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Texas Isd World Scholars
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
510 S Sugar Rd
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 383-1684
Gr: 9-12 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Vanguard Beethoven
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2215 S Veterans Blvd
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 318-0211
Gr: PK-12 | 1,714 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 78539 Texas

78539, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
801 East Canton
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 289-2440
Gr: 6-8
100 N Closner
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 262-1381
1313 S 18th St
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 380-3837
Gr: 7-12 | 4 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78539, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78539, TX include South Texas Isd World Scholars and Vanguard Beethoven.
How many public high schools are located in 78539?
2 public high schools are located in 78539.
What is the racial composition of students in 78539?
78539 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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