For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 66 students in 78590, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 78590, TX is San Perlita High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 78590 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78590, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78590 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is San Perlita High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
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 78590, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
San Perlita High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
E Hwy 186 1 Mi N F M 2209
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
Gr: 9-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
78590, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
San Perlita Instr Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
E Hwy 186 1 Mi N F M 2209
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
San Perlita, TX 78590
(956) 248-5250
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78590, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78590, TX include San Perlita High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78590?
1 public high schools are located in 78590.
What is the racial composition of students in 78590?
78590 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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