For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,850 students in 78541, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78541, TX are Idea Quest College Preparatory, Idea Quest Academy and Idea Edinburg Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78541 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78541, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78541, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea Quest College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14001 N Rooth Rd
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-1003
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-1003
Grades: 6-12
| 678 students
Rank: #22.
Idea Quest Academy
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14001 N Rooth Rd
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-1003
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-1003
Grades: K-5
| 671 students
Rank: #33.
Idea Edinburg Academy
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2753 N Roegiers Rd
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-6100
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-6100
Grades: K-5
| 722 students
Rank: #44.
Idea Edinburg College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2553 Roegiers Rd
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-6300
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 287-6300
Grades: 6-12
| 779 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78541, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78541, TX include Idea Quest College Preparatory, Idea Quest Academy and Idea Edinburg Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78541?
4 public elementary schools are located in 78541.
What is the racial composition of students in 78541?
78541 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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