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Best Mercedes Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,317 students in Mercedes, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in Mercedes, TX are South Texas Isd Science Academy, South Texas Isd Health Professions and Mercedes Early College Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mercedes, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Mercedes have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Mercedes, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mercedes Early College Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Mercedes, TX (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Texas Isd Science Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
900 Med High Dr
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-4620
Gr: 9-12 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
South Texas Isd Health Professions
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
700 Med High Dr
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-2237
Gr: 9-12 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Mercedes Early College Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
950 W 6th St
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-5180
Gr: 9-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Triumph Public High Schools-mercedes
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
103 E 2nd St
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-5417
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #55.
Mercedes High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 S Florida
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2100
Gr: 8-12 | 895 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Mercedes Academic Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
720 S Mile 1 E
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-5076
Gr: 9-12 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
South Texas Isd Virtual Academy
100 Med High Dr
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-4201
Gr: 6-11 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Mercedes, Texas

Mercedes, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Cameron County J J A E P (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
100 Med High Dr
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-2454
Hidalgo County J J A E P (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
100 Med High Dr
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-2454
High School For Health Profess (Closed 2023)
700 Med High Dr
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-2454
Gr: 9-12 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Kennedy Elementary School (Closed 2004)
801 Hidalgo St
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2300
Leon R Graham Elementary School (Closed 2005)
837 S Ohio St
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2366
Gr: 5-6 | 763 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Mercedes Daep (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
720 S Mile 1 E
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-5076
Gr: 2-12
Mercedes Early Childhood Center (Closed 2018)
950 W Sixth St
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 514-2344
Gr: PK-K | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Santa Maria Alternative (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
326 S Texas
Mercedes, TX 78570
(956) 565-3663

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Mercedes, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Mercedes, TX include South Texas Isd Science Academy, South Texas Isd Health Professions and Mercedes Early College Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Mercedes?
7 public high schools are located in Mercedes.
What is the racial composition of students in Mercedes?
Mercedes public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Mercedes are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Mercedes include: South Texas Isd Health Professions vs. South Texas Isd Science Academy

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