Best 78501 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 7,534 students in 78501, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78501, TX are Achieve Early College High School, Idea Mcallen College Preparatory and Lamar Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78501 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78501, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78501 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Memorial High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78501, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Achieve Early College High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1601 N 27th St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Idea Mcallen College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
201 N Bentsen Rd
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 429-4100
Gr: 6-12 | 820 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Lamar Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1009 N 10th St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-3222
Gr: 10-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Memorial High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
101 E Hackberry Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-5201
Gr: 9-12 | 2,021 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Rowe High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2101 N Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,905 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Mcallen High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2021 La Vista Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 632-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,134 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
200 N 17th St
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 618-2308
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: n/an/a
Instr/guid Center
Alternative School
2604 Galveston Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 971-4393
Gr: 6-11 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Southwest Key Program
Alternative School
3900 N 23rd
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 618-6031
Gr: 9 | 1 student

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78501, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78501, TX include Achieve Early College High School, Idea Mcallen College Preparatory and Lamar Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 78501?
9 public high schools are located in 78501.
What is the racial composition of students in 78501?
78501 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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