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Best 78596 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 23 public schools serving 19,182 students in 78596, TX (there are 4 private schools, serving 338 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 78596, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78596, TX are Memorial Elementary School, Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School and Idea Weslaco Pike Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78596 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78596, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78596, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1700 S Border
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6780
Gr: PK-5 | 1,109 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3801 N 5 1/2 W
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6760
Gr: PK-5 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Idea Weslaco Pike Academy
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1000 E Pike Blvd
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 351-4850
Gr: K-5 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Cleckler/heald Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1601 W Sugarcane
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6888
Gr: PK-5 | 909 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Idea Ambrose And Freda Robinson College Preparator
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10170 Kriewald Rd
Weslaco, TX 78596
(210) 239-4970
Gr: 6-8 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Idea Edgemere College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
15101 Edgemere Blvd
Weslaco, TX 78596
(915) 201-1959
Gr: 6-12 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Sam Houston Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
608 N Cantu
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6740
Gr: PK-5 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Airport Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
410 N Airport Dr
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6770
Gr: PK-5 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Idea Weslaco Pike College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1000 E Pike Blvd
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 351-4850
Gr: 6-12 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Idea Walzem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6445 Walzem Rd
Weslaco, TX 78596
(210) 239-4600
Gr: K-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1111.
Central Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
506 E 6th St
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6710
Gr: 6-8 | 1,060 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
Idea Academy Weslaco
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2931 E Sugar Cane Dr
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 351-4100
Gr: K-5 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1313.
Dr R E Margo Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1701 S Bridge Ave
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 1,085 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1414.
A N Rico Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2202 N International Blvd
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6815
Gr: PK-5 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1515.
Beatriz G Garza Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1111 W Sugar Cane Dr
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6774
Gr: 6-8 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1616.
North Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2001 N Bridge St
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6810
Gr: PK-5 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1717.
Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1001 W Mile 10
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6790
Gr: PK-5 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1818.
Armando Cuellar Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1201 S Bridge St
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6720
Gr: 6-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1919.
Mary Hoge Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2302 N International Blvd
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6730
Gr: 6-8 | 830 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2020.
Weslaco East High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
810 S Pleasantview Dr
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6950
Gr: 9-12 | 2,066 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2121.
Weslaco High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1005 W Pike Ave
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,699 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2222.
Horton Disciplinary Alternative Education Program
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
104 S Garza
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6916
Gr: 4-12
Rank: n/an/a
Career And College Development Center
Alternative School
814 E Plaza St
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 969-6916
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78596, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78596, TX include Memorial Elementary School, Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School and Idea Weslaco Pike Academy.
How many public schools are located in 78596?
23 public schools are located in 78596.
What percentage of students in 78596 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 78596 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78596?
78596 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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