For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,358 students in 78589, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78589, TX are Idea Academy San Juan and Idea College Preparatory San Juan. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78589 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78589, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78589, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Academy San Juan
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 E Sioux Rd
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 702-5150
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 702-5150
Gr: K-5 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Idea College Preparatory San Juan
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 E Sioux Rd
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 588-4021
San Juan, TX 78589
(956) 588-4021
Gr: 6-12 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78589, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78589, TX include Idea Academy San Juan and Idea College Preparatory San Juan.
How many public charter schools are located in 78589?
2 public charter schools are located in 78589.
What is the racial composition of students in 78589?
78589 public charter schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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