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Best 78501 Texas Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 4,556 students in 78501, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78501, TX are Cathey Middle School, Horizon Montessori - Stem Academy and Idea Mcallen College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78501 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78501, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78501, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cathey Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1800 N Cynthia
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4300
Gr: 6-8 | 829 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Horizon Montessori - Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
320 N Main St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 631-0234
Gr: PK-8 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Idea Mcallen College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
201 N Bentsen Rd
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 429-4100
Gr: 6-12 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Memorial High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
101 E Hackberry Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-5201
Gr: 8-12 | 2,060 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Travis Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
600 Houston St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4242
Gr: 6-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Instr/guid Center
Alternative School
2604 Galveston Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4393
Gr: 6-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 78501 Texas

78501, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Beto House High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
4513 West Business Hwy 83
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 580-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
2000 N 23rd St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 618-9713
Gr: PK | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Jasper High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
2000 N 23rd
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 618-1169
Lincoln Middle School (Closed 2023)
1601 N 27th St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4200
Gr: 6-9 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Navarro Elementary School (Closed 2023)
2100 Hackberry Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4455
Gr: PK-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
New Hope Middle School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
1000 N Mccoll Rd
Mcallen, TX 78501
(361) 563-7979
Gr: 7-8 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Thigpen Elementary School (Closed 2008)
520 S 23rd St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4353
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78501, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78501, TX include Cathey Middle School, Horizon Montessori - Stem Academy and Idea Mcallen College Preparatory.
How many public middle schools are located in 78501?
6 public middle schools are located in 78501.
What is the racial composition of students in 78501?
78501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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