For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,074 students in 78557, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 78557, TX is Hidalgo Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 78557 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78557, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78557 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hidalgo Early College High School, with 96% 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 78557, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hidalgo Early College High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
910 E Pirate Dr
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4301
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4301
Gr: 9-12 | 1,074 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
78557, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hidalgo Academy (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
310 Esperanza St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-3340
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-3340
Gr: 9-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
601 Second St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4439
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4439
Gr: PK | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1
Hidalgo J J A E P Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
310 Esperanza St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4391
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4391
Gr: 12 | 1 student
Valley View 8th Grade Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
3000 East Dicker Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 213-8430
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 213-8430
Gr: 8 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Valley View 9th Grade Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
3000 East Dicker Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 213-8430
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 213-8430
Gr: 9 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78557, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78557, TX include Hidalgo Early College High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78557?
1 public high schools are located in 78557.
What is the racial composition of students in 78557?
78557 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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