For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,649 students in 78538, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78538, TX are Edcouch-elsa H S Academy, Edcouch-elsa High School and Monte Alto High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 78538 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78538, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 78538 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is equal to the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Monte Alto High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78538, TX ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edcouch-elsa H S Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
211 N Yellowjacket Dr
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0151
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-0151
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Edcouch-elsa High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 N Yellowjacket Dr
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6074
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-6074
Gr: 9-12 | 1,329 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Monte Alto High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25149 1st St
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1381
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-1381
Gr: 9-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
78538, Texas ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
619 Mile 17
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Edcouch, TX 78538
(956) 262-8275
Gr: 6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78538, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78538, TX include Edcouch-elsa H S Academy, Edcouch-elsa High School and Monte Alto High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78538?
3 public high schools are located in 78538.
What is the racial composition of students in 78538?
78538 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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