For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 10,727 students in 78572, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78572, TX are Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy, Sharyland High School and Sharyland Pioneer High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78572 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78572, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78572 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sharyland 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78572, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1106 N Shary Rd Bldg A
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 584-6467
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 584-6467
Gr: 9-12 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Sharyland High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1106 N Shary Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 580-5300
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 580-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,527 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Sharyland Pioneer High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6 1/2 Mile N Shary Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 580-5200
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 580-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,511 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Idea Palmview College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4100 N Schuerbach Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 377-8000
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 377-8000
Gr: 6-10 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Idea College Preparatory Mission
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1600 S Schuerbach Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 583-8315
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 583-8315
Gr: 6-12 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
La Joya Palmview High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3901 N La Homa Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-2880
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-2880
Gr: 9-12 | 2,073 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #77.
Veterans Memorial High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 E Two Mile Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-3000
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,737 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Mission High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1802 W 18th St
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-5700
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 323-5700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,154 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78572, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78572, TX include Sharyland Advanced Academic Academy, Sharyland High School and Sharyland Pioneer High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78572?
8 public high schools are located in 78572.
What is the racial composition of students in 78572?
78572 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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