For the 2026 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%).
Private Schools in 78596, TX (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
First Christian Academy
(Christian)
521 S Illinois Ave
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 968-9030
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 968-9030
Gr: PK-3 | 75 students
Mid Valley Christian School ![Mid Valley Christian School Photo]( "Mid Valley Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
417 S Westgate Drive
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 968-6232
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 968-6232
Gr: PK-12 | 100 students Avg. class size: 16 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
San Martin De Porres Catholic School
(Catholic)
905 N Texas Blvd
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 973-8642
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 973-8642
Gr: PK-3 | 50 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Valley Grande Adventist Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1000 S Bridge Ave
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 968-0573
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 968-0573
Gr: PK-12 | 175 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
78596, Texas Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Valley Grande Elementary School (Closed 2020)
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1214 S Bridge Ave
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 968-7252
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 968-7252
Gr: PK-6 | 85 students
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%).
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