For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,654 students in 78599, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78599, TX are Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary School, South Palm Gardens High School and Idea College Prep Weslaco. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78599 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78599, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78599, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 E Mile 10 N
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-6587
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-6587
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
South Palm Gardens High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2607 Camino Real Viejo
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-0404
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-0404
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Idea College Prep Weslaco
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2931 E Sugar Cane Dr
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 351-4100
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 351-4100
Gr: 6-12 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Horizon Montessori Ii - Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1223 Sugarcane Dr
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-0044
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-0044
Gr: PK-8 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Hidalgo County Boot Camp
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1711 N Bridge
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-4908
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-4908
Gr: 9-10 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
Hidalgo Co J J A E P
Alternative School
3900 N 23rd St
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 688-6123
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 688-6123
Gr: 7-12 | 14 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78599, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78599, TX include Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary School, South Palm Gardens High School and Idea College Prep Weslaco.
How many public schools are located in 78599?
6 public schools are located in 78599.
What is the racial composition of students in 78599?
78599 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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