For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,328 students in 78599, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 78599, TX are Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary School, South Palm Gardens High School and Idea College Prep Weslaco. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78599 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78599, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78599, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 E Mile 10 N
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-6587
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-6587
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
South Palm Gardens High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2607 Camino Real Viejo
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-0404
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-0404
Gr: 10-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Idea College Prep Weslaco
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2931 E Sugar Cane Dr
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 351-4100
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 351-4100
Gr: 6-12 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Hidalgo County Boot Camp
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1711 N Bridge
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-4908
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-4908
Gr: 8-11 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
78599, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Guidance Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2607 Camino Real Viejo
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-6810
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-6810
Gr: 6-11 | 22 students
Hidalgo Co J J A E P (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3900 N 23rd St
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 688-6123
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 688-6123
Gr: 8-9 | 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78599, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78599, TX include Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary School, South Palm Gardens High School and Idea College Prep Weslaco.
How many public schools are located in 78599?
4 public schools are located in 78599.
What is the racial composition of students in 78599?
78599 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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