For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,333 students in 78503, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78503, TX are Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory and Brown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 78503 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 78503, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78503, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5400 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 429-4150
Gr: 6-11 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Brown Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2700 S Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 632-8700
Mcallen, TX 78503
(956) 632-8700
Gr: 6-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 78503, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 78503, TX include Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory and Brown Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 78503?
2 public middle schools are located in 78503.
What is the racial composition of students in 78503?
78503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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