For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 644 students in 78504, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 78504, TX is Idea Tres Lagos College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 78504 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78504, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public high schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78504, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Tres Lagos College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5200 Tres Lagos Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Gr: 6-12 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
78504, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
508 E Elizabeth St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 542-3363
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 542-3363
Gr: PK-12 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Ignite Public School And Community Serv Center At Edinburg (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
4737 S Sugar Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 380-6616
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 380-6616
Gr: PK-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Ignite Public School And Community Serv Center At Mission (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
1352 E First St Ste A
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 519-2227
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 519-2227
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Ignite Public School And Community Serv Center At Weslaco (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
615 S International Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Gr: PK-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
One Stop Multiservice (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
P O Box 164
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Gr: PK-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78504, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78504, TX include Idea Tres Lagos College Preparatory.
How many public high schools are located in 78504?
1 public high schools are located in 78504.
What is the racial composition of students in 78504?
78504 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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