For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,267 students in 78539, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 348 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 78539, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78539, TX are South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy, South Texas Isd World Scholars and Dr Thomas Esparza Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78539 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78539, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78539, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
724 Sugar Rd
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 381-5522
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 381-5522
Gr: 6-8 | 802 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
South Texas Isd World Scholars
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 S Sugar Rd
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 383-1684
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 383-1684
Gr: 9-12 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Dr Thomas Esparza Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2510 S Cesar Chavez
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 289-2308
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 289-2308
Gr: PK-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #44.
Hargill Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13394 4th St
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 289-2338
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 289-2338
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Jjaep-southwest Key Program
Alternative School
1313 S 18th St
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 380-3837
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 380-3837
Gr: 8-9 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78539, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78539, TX include South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy, South Texas Isd World Scholars and Dr Thomas Esparza Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78539?
5 public schools are located in 78539.
What percentage of students in 78539 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 78539 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78539?
78539 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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