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Best Hidalgo Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,019 students in Hidalgo, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Hidalgo, TX are Hidalgo Park Elementary School, Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School and Jc Kelly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hidalgo, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Hidalgo have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Hidalgo, TX (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hidalgo Park Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
8700 S I Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 834-4276
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #22.
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
411 Ebano
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4251
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #33.
Jc Kelly Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
201 E Las Milpas Rd
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4201
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #44.
Hidalgo Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
601 Second St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4226
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Diaz J High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1312 E Pirate Dr
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4351
Gr: 6-8 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #66.
Hidalgo Early College High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
910 E Pirate Dr
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-4301
Gr: 9-12 | 1,074 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
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Hidalgo, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Hidalgo Academy (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
310 Esperanza St
Hidalgo, TX 78557
(956) 843-3340
Gr: 9-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Hidalgo Early Start Academy (Closed 2023)
601 Second St
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
Gr: 12 | 1 student
Valley View 8th Grade Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
3000 East Dicker Rd
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
Gr: 9 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Hidalgo, TX?
How many public schools are located in Hidalgo?
6 public schools are located in Hidalgo.
What is the racial composition of students in Hidalgo?
Hidalgo public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hidalgo are often viewed compared to one another?

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