For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 986 students in 78552, TX.
The top ranked public charter schools in 78552, TX are Idea Harlingen Academy and Idea Harlingen College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78552 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78552, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78552, TX Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea Harlingen Academy
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
24240 Chester Park Rd
Harlingen, TX 78552
(956) 377-8000
Harlingen, TX 78552
(956) 377-8000
Grades: K-5
| 636 students
Rank: #22.
Idea Harlingen College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24240 Chester Park Rd
Harlingen, TX 78552
(956) 272-3912
Harlingen, TX 78552
(956) 272-3912
Grades: 6-9
| 350 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 78552, TX?
The top ranked public charter schools in 78552, TX include Idea Harlingen Academy and Idea Harlingen College Preparatory.
How many public charter schools are located in 78552?
2 public charter schools are located in 78552.
What is the racial composition of students in 78552?
78552 public charter schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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