For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,251 students in 78599, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78599, TX are Idea College Prep Weslaco and Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78599 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78599, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78599, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idea College Prep Weslaco
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2931 E Sugar Cane Dr
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 351-4100
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 351-4100
Grades: 6-12
| 756 students
Rank: #22.
Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1800 E Mile 10 N
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-6587
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 969-6587
Grades: PK-5
| 495 students
78599, Texas 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Guidance Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2607 Camino Real Viejo
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-6810
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 565-6810
Grades: 6-11
| 22 students
Hidalgo Co J J A E P (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3900 N 23rd St
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 688-6123
Weslaco, TX 78599
(956) 688-6123
Grades: 8-9
| 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78599, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78599, TX include Idea College Prep Weslaco and Pfc Mario Ybarra Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78599?
2 public elementary schools are located in 78599.
What is the racial composition of students in 78599?
78599 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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