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5.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Progreso, Texas

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 4
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.5/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.5/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Bachelor's degree or higher
19%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
74%

Of occupied housing units

How Progreso compares

Texas rank

#582 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.8

below Texas avg (6.2)

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Progreso, Texas

Progreso, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Progreso show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Progreso is Progreso Early Childhood with a composite score of 6.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Progreso is served by 1 school district: PROGRESO ISD. These districts collectively serve 1,405 students.

Progreso's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 55.3%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 78579 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 354 students · Pre-K–2nd 6.2
2 284 students · 3rd–5th 4.1

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 291 students · 6th–8th 5.6

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 476 students · 9th–12th 5.9

Schools in Progreso

Progreso, Texas · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Rent

$871/mo

Population

2,548

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

74%

Poverty Rate

55.3%

Community Profile

It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 55.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
4
Elementary
2
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
5.5/10

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 Progreso, Texas

How many schools are in Progreso, Texas?

Progreso has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Progreso, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Progreso is 5.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Progreso, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Progreso on MySchoolScout is Progreso Early Childhood with a composite score of 6.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Progreso, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Progreso on MySchoolScout is Progreso Early Childhood with a composite score of 6.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Progreso, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Progreso on MySchoolScout is Dorothy Thompson Middle with a composite score of 5.6/10.

What is the best high school in Progreso, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Progreso on MySchoolScout is Progreso H S with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Progreso, Texas?

Progreso is served by 1 school district: Progreso ISD.

What is the education level in Progreso, Texas?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Progreso have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Progreso, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Progreso is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Progreso, 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.