For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,338 students in 78504, TX.
The top ranked public charter schools in 78504, TX are Idea Tres Lagos College Preparatory and Idea Tres Lagos Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78504 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78504, 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 78504, TX Public Charter Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Tres Lagos College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5200 Tres Lagos Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Gr: 6-12 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Idea Tres Lagos Academy
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5200 Tres Lagos Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Gr: K-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
78504, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
508 E Elizabeth St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 542-3363
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 542-3363
Gr: PK-12 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Ignite Public School And Community Serv Center At Edinburg (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
4737 S Sugar Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 380-6616
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 380-6616
Gr: PK-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Ignite Public School And Community Serv Center At Mission (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
1352 E First St Ste A
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 519-2227
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 519-2227
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Ignite Public School And Community Serv Center At Weslaco (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
615 S International Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Gr: PK-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
One Stop Multiservice (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
P O Box 164
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Gr: PK-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 78504, TX?
The top ranked public charter schools in 78504, TX include Idea Tres Lagos College Preparatory and Idea Tres Lagos Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 78504?
2 public charter schools are located in 78504.
What is the racial composition of students in 78504?
78504 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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