For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 570 students in 78504, TX (there are , serving 8,141 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in 78504, TX are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
The top-ranked private schools in 78504, TX include South Texas Christian Academy and Covenant Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Texas private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
100% of private schools in 78504, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Seventh Day Adventist).
Top-Ranked 78504 Texas 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Covenant Christian Academy
(Christian)
4201 N Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 686-7886
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 686-7886
Gr: PK-8 | 261 students
7001 N Ware Road
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 682-1117
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 682-1117
Gr: PK-12 | 184 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kids Village Montessori Lrnng
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
5401 N G St
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 686-8602
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 686-8602
Gr: PK-K | 125 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 78504, TX?
The top-ranked private schools in 78504, TX include South Texas Christian Academy and Covenant Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in 78504?
3 private schools are located in 78504.
What percentage of students in 78504 go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in 78504 are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 78504?
100% of private schools in 78504 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Seventh Day Adventist).
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