For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,380 students in 78504, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78504, TX are Idea Tres Lagos College Preparatory and Idea Tres Lagos Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78504 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78504, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78504, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Tres Lagos College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5200 Tres Lagos Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Gr: 6-12 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Idea Tres Lagos Academy
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5200 Tres Lagos Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 287-6900
Gr: K-5 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78504, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78504, TX include Idea Tres Lagos College Preparatory and Idea Tres Lagos Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 78504?
2 public charter schools are located in 78504.
What is the racial composition of students in 78504?
78504 public charter schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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