For the 2025-26 school year, there are 21 public schools serving 14,131 students in 78501, TX (there are , serving 876 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 78501, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78501, TX are Achieve Early College High School, Milam Elementary School and Thigpen-zavala Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78501 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78501, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78501, TX Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Achieve Early College High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1601 N 27th St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4200
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Milam Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3800 N Main St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4333
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4333
Gr: PK-5 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Thigpen-zavala Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2500 Galveston Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4377
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4377
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Cathey Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1800 N Cynthia
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4300
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4300
Gr: 6-8 | 829 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Horizon Montessori - Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
320 N Main St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 631-0234
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 631-0234
Gr: PK-8 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Idea Mcallen College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 N Bentsen Rd
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 429-4100
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 429-4100
Gr: 6-12 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Idea Mcallen Academy
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 N Bentsen Rd
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 429-4100
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 429-4100
Gr: K-5 | 772 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 Harvey
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4277
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4277
Gr: PK-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Mcauliffe Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3000 Daffodil Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4400
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Lamar Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1009 N 10th St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-3222
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-3222
Gr: 9-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
Memorial High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 E Hackberry Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-5201
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-5201
Gr: 8-12 | 2,060 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1200 Hackberry St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4525
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4525
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1313.
Seguin Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2200 N 29th St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4565
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4565
Gr: PK-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1414.
Rowe High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2101 N Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-5100
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,910 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1515.
Alvarez Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2606 Gumwood Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4471
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4471
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1616.
Mcallen High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2021 La Vista Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-3100
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,152 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1717.
Fields Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 W Dallas Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4344
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4344
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1818.
Travis Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 Houston St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4242
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4242
Gr: 6-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1919.
Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 N 17th St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 618-2308
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 618-2308
Gr: 9-12 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Instr/guid Center
Alternative School
2604 Galveston Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4393
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4393
Gr: 6-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Rank: n/an/a
Southwest Key Program
Alternative School
3900 N 23rd
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 618-6031
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 618-6031
Gr: 10-11 | 3 students
78501, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Beto House High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
4513 West Business Hwy 83
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 580-5300
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 580-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
2000 N 23rd St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 618-9713
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 618-9713
Gr: PK | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
1601 N 27th St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4200
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4200
Gr: 6-9 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2100 Hackberry Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4455
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4455
Gr: PK-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
New Hope Middle School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
1000 N Mccoll Rd
Mcallen, TX 78501
(361) 563-7979
Mcallen, TX 78501
(361) 563-7979
Gr: 7-8 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
520 S 23rd St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4353
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4353
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78501, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78501, TX include Achieve Early College High School, Milam Elementary School and Thigpen-zavala Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78501?
21 public schools are located in 78501.
What percentage of students in 78501 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 78501 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78501?
78501 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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