For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 593 students in 78540, TX.
The top-ranked public charter school in 78540, TX is Vanguard Picasso. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 78540 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78540, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78540, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vanguard Picasso
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 S Athol
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 702-0134
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 702-0134
Gr: PK-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
78540, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2320 S Cesar Chavez Rd
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2560
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 289-2560
Gr: PK-5 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78540, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78540, TX include Vanguard Picasso.
How many public charter schools are located in 78540?
1 public charter schools are located in 78540.
What is the racial composition of students in 78540?
78540 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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