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7.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Mc Allen, Texas

1 schools · 1 High

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.8/10

100% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$49,451

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$149,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
27%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
19 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
50%

Of occupied housing units

How Mc Allen compares

Median household income

$49k

67% of Texas median

About Schools in Mc Allen, Texas

Mc Allen, Texas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Mc Allen perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Mc Allen is Rowe H S with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Mc Allen is served by 1 school district: MCALLEN ISD. These districts collectively serve 20,095 students.

Mc Allen's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,451. The poverty rate in the area is 25.3%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
ROWE H S
1,910 students · 9th–12th 		7.8

Schools in Mc Allen

Mc Allen, Texas · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$49,451

Median Home Value

$149,000

Median Rent

$943/mo

Population

59,095

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

50%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

25.3%

Community Profile

Mc Allen has a median household income of $49,451. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $149,000, with a median rent of $943/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
7.8/10

Resources

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School District

MCALLEN ISD

31 schools · 20,095 students

Nearby Cities

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1 mi
Lewisville (6 schools)
4 mi
Mission (69 schools)
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Pharr (37 schools)
6 mi
Alton (2 schools)
6 mi
San Juan (14 schools)
7 mi
Hidalgo (6 schools)
9 mi
Edinburgh (1 school)
8 mi
Edinburg (59 schools)
9 mi
Alamo (12 schools)
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Penitas (4 schools)
12 mi
Donna (22 schools)
13 mi
La Joya (8 schools)
13 mi
Weslaco (26 schools)
17 mi
Elsa (2 schools)
17 mi

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Mc Allen, Texas

How many schools are in Mc Allen, Texas?

Mc Allen has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Mc Allen, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mc Allen is 7.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Mc Allen, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Mc Allen on MySchoolScout is Rowe H S with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best high school in Mc Allen, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Mc Allen on MySchoolScout is Rowe H S with a composite score of 7.8/10.

How many school districts serve Mc Allen, Texas?

Mc Allen is served by 1 school district: Mcallen ISD.

What is the education level in Mc Allen, Texas?

According to Census data, 27% of adults in Mc Allen have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Mc Allen, Texas?

The median household income in Mc Allen is approximately $49,451 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Mc Allen, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mc Allen is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mc Allen, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.