For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public charter schools serving 7,820 students in 78577, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78577, TX are Idea Owassa Academy, Vanguard Van Gogh and Vanguard Rembrandt. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 78577 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 78577, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78577, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Owassa Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 E Owassa Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 351-4959
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 351-4959
Gr: K-5 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Vanguard Van Gogh
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1407 W Moore Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 403-5000
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 403-5000
Gr: PK-8 | 959 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Vanguard Rembrandt
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 E Kelly Ave
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 283-0600
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 283-0600
Gr: PK-12 | 1,965 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
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: 6-11 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Vanguard Mozart
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
155 E Business 83
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 223-2030
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 223-2030
Gr: PK-12 | 1,209 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
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 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Idea Elsa Academy
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
431 S Fannin
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 567-4700
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 567-4700
Gr: K-5 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Idea Academy Pharr
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 E Las Milpas Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 283-1515
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 283-1515
Gr: K-5 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
78577, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
317 West Gore St
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 354-2710
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 354-2710
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
College Career & Technology Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1100 E Business Hwy 83
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 784-8515
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 784-8515
Gr: 12
1001 N Fir St
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 354-2690
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 354-2690
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
903 N Flag St
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 354-2830
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 354-2830
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Premier H S Of Pharrmcallen (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
200 East Expy 83
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 781-8800
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 781-8800
Gr: 5-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
9701 S Jackson Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 340-1400
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 340-1400
Gr: 5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Valley View 6th Grade Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
9701 South Jackson Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 843-2452
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 843-2452
Gr: 6 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Valley View 7th Grade Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
9701 South Jackson Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 843-2452
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 843-2452
Gr: 7 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
3000 E Dicker Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 340-1200
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 340-1200
Gr: 8-9 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Valley View H S Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
9701 South Jackson Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 340-1500
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 340-1500
Gr: 9-10 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Valley View J J A E P Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
9701 S Jackson Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 843-3025
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 843-3025
Gr: 9 | 1 student
Valley View Phoenix Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
600 1/2 S Jackson Rd
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 340-1500
Pharr, TX 78577
(956) 340-1500
Gr: 9-10 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 78577, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 78577, TX include Idea Owassa Academy, Vanguard Van Gogh and Vanguard Rembrandt.
How many public charter schools are located in 78577?
8 public charter schools are located in 78577.
What is the racial composition of students in 78577?
78577 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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