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Best 78596 Texas Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 400 students in 78596, TX (there are 23 public schools, serving 19,182 public students). 2% of all K-12 students in 78596, TX are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
100% of private schools in 78596, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Private Schools in 78596, TX (2026-27)

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First Christian Academy
Gr: PK-3 | 75 students
Christian
521 S Illinois Ave
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 968-9030
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Mid Valley Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Christian
417 S Westgate Drive
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 968-6232
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San Martin De Porres Catholic School
Gr: PK-3 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Catholic
905 N Texas Blvd
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 973-8642
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Valley Grande Adventist Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 175 students
Sports: 8
Seventh Day Adventist
1000 S Bridge Ave
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 968-0573
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78596, Texas Private Schools (Closed)

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Valley Grande Elementary School
Gr: PK-6 | 85 students
Seventh Day Adventist
1214 S Bridge Ave
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 968-7252
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 78596, TX?
4 private schools are located in 78596, TX.
What percentage of students in 78596 go to private school?
2% of all K-12 students in 78596 are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 78596?
100% of private schools in 78596 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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