For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 825 students in 78599, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78599, TX are South Palm Gardens High School, Idea College Prep Weslaco and Hidalgo County Boot Camp. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78599 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78599, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78599 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Idea College Prep Weslaco, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78599, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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 high schools in 78599, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78599, TX include South Palm Gardens High School, Idea College Prep Weslaco and Hidalgo County Boot Camp.
How many public high schools are located in 78599?
4 public high schools are located in 78599.
What is the racial composition of students in 78599?
78599 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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