For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 7,188 students in 78577, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78577, TX are Psja Thomas Jefferson T-stem Early College High School, Idea Owassa College Preparatory and Psja North Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78577 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78577, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78577 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Valley View High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78577, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Psja Thomas Jefferson T-stem Early College High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
714 E Business Hwy 83
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 784-8525
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 784-8525
Gr: 9-12 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Idea Owassa College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 E Owassa Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 588-4300
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 588-4300
Gr: 6-12 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Psja North Early College High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 E Nolana Loop
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 354-2360
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 354-2360
Gr: 9-12 | 2,166 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Idea College Preparatory Pharr
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 E Las Milpas Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 283-1515
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 283-1515
Gr: 6-12 | 848 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #55.
Psja Southwest Early College High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 E Javelina Dr
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 354-2480
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 354-2480
Gr: 9-12 | 1,588 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Valley View High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 Jackson Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 340-1500
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 340-1500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,227 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: n/an/a
Buell Central Daep
Alternative School
218 E Juarez
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 354-2500
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 354-2500
Gr: 6-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78577, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78577, TX include Psja Thomas Jefferson T-stem Early College High School, Idea Owassa College Preparatory and Psja North Early College High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78577?
7 public high schools are located in 78577.
What is the racial composition of students in 78577?
78577 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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