For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 8,172 students in 78504, TX (there are , serving 574 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 78504, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78504, TX are Gonzalez Elementary School, Morris Middle School and Rayburn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 78504 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78504, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78504, TX ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gonzalez Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
201 E Martin Ave
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4577
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4577
Gr: PK-5 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Morris Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 Trenton Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 618-7300
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 618-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,036 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Rayburn Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7000 N Main St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4363
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4363
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Dr Pablo Perez
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7801 N Main
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1125
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1125
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Blanca E Sanchez
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2901 Incarnate Word
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1100
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1100
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Michael E Fossum Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7800 N Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1105
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1105
Gr: 6-8 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Castaneda Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4100 N 34th
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 623-8882
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 623-8882
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #88.
Lucile Hendricks Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3900 Goldcrest
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1145
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-1145
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Garza Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6300 N 29th St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4554
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 971-4554
Gr: PK-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
De La Vina Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 S Jackson Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 289-2366
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 289-2366
Gr: PK-5 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
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 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1212.
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 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1313.
De Leon Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4201 N 29th St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 632-8800
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 632-8800
Gr: 6-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
78504, Texas ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
508 E Elizabeth St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 542-3363
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 542-3363
Gr: PK-12 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
4737 S Sugar Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 380-6616
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 380-6616
Gr: PK-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1352 E First St Ste A
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 519-2227
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 519-2227
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
615 S International Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Gr: PK-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
One Stop Multiservice (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
P O Box 164
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 969-2600
Gr: PK-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78504, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78504, TX include Gonzalez Elementary School, Morris Middle School and Rayburn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78504?
13 public schools are located in 78504.
What percentage of students in 78504 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 78504 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78504?
78504 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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