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Best 78501 Texas Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 876 students in 78501, TX (there are 21 public schools, serving 13,965 public students). 6% of all K-12 students in 78501, TX are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
The top ranked private schools in 78501, TX include St. Paul Lutheran School, St. Johns Episcopal Day School, and Our Lady Of Sorrows School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Texas private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
100% of private schools in 78501, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4
  • # Students Served: 876
  • Average Tuition: $5,388
  • Average Class Size: 19 students
  • % Students of Color: 85%
  • View 78501 Texas School Trends

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4
  • # Students Served: 876
  • Average Tuition: $5,388
  • Average Class Size: 19 students
  • % Students of Color: 85%
  • View 78501 Texas School Trends

Top Ranked 78501 Texas Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Our Lady Of Sorrows School
Our Lady Of Sorrows School
Gr: PK-8 | 428 students
Avg. class size: 28 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
1100 Gumwood Ave
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 686-3651
(2)
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Map of St. Johns Episcopal Day School
St. Johns Episcopal Day School
Gr: PK-6 | 317 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Episcopal
2500 North 10th Street
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 686-0231
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St. Paul Lutheran School Photo
St. Paul Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 125 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
300 W Pecan Blvd
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 682-2345
(2)
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Map of Taylor Christian School
Taylor Christian School
Gr: K-5 | 6 students
Christian
2021 W Jackson Avenue
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 686-7574
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 78501, TX?
The top ranked private schools in 78501, TX include St. Paul Lutheran School, St. Johns Episcopal Day School, and Our Lady Of Sorrows School.
How many private schools are located in 78501?
4 private schools are located in 78501.
What percentage of students in 78501 go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in 78501 are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 78501?
100% of private schools in 78501 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

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