4.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in San Juan, Texas

14 schools · 9 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 14

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 4.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.7/10
Median household income: $51,662
Median home value: $112,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 14%
Avg commute: 25 min
Owner-occupied homes: 80%

How San Juan compares

Texas rank

#639 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.5

below Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$52k

70% of Texas median

Schools in this city

13

About Schools in San Juan, Texas

San Juan, Texas is home to 14 schools, including 14 public schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 4.7 out of 10, schools in San Juan show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in San Juan is Psja Early College H S with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

San Juan is served by 2 school districts: IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD. These districts collectively serve 106,827 students.

San Juan's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,662. The poverty rate in the area is 26.1%.

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 Level: All Levels (14) Elementary (9) Middle (2) High (3)

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Filter by ZIP: 78589 (14)

Elementary Schools

9 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	ARNOLDO CANTU SR EL 612 students · Pre-K–5th	612	Pre-K–5th	5.5
2	DRS REED - MOCK EL 540 students · Pre-K–5th	540	Pre-K–5th	5.3
3	IDEA ACADEMY SAN JUAN 717 students · Kindergarten–5th	717	Kindergarten–5th	4.3
4	AMANDA GARZA-PENA EL 578 students · Pre-K–5th	578	Pre-K–5th	4.2
5	JOHN DOEDYNS EL 438 students · Pre-K–5th	438	Pre-K–5th	3.8
6	ALFRED SORENSEN EL 606 students · Pre-K–5th	606	Pre-K–5th	3.8
7	SGT LEONEL TREVINO EL 370 students · Pre-K–5th	370	Pre-K–5th	3.8
8	EDITH & ETHEL CARMAN EL 642 students · Pre-K–5th	642	Pre-K–5th	3.5
9	VIDA N CLOVER EL 439 students · Pre-K–5th	439	Pre-K–5th	2.8

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	R YZAGUIRRE MIDDLE 782 students · 6th–8th	782	6th–8th	5.8
2	AUSTIN MIDDLE 871 students · 6th–8th	871	6th–8th	4.2

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	PSJA EARLY COLLEGE H S 2,360 students · 9th–12th	2,360	9th–12th	8.2
2	IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY SAN JUAN 736 students · 6th–12th	736	6th–12th	6.2
3	PSJA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS 306 students · 9th–12th	306	9th–12th	—

Schools in San Juan

San Juan, Texas · 14 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$51,662

Median Home Value

$112,400

Median Rent

$926/mo

Population

39,958

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

26.1%

Community Profile

San Juan has a median household income of $51,662. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $112,400, with a median rent of $926/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 14
Elementary: 9
Middle: 2
High: 3
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 4.7/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

123 schools · 76,819 students

PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD

44 schools · 30,008 students

Nearby Cities

Lewisville (6 schools)

Edinburg (59 schools)

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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 San Juan, Texas

How many schools are in San Juan, Texas?

San Juan has 14 schools, including 14 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in San Juan, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in San Juan is 4.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in San Juan, Texas?

The top-ranked school in San Juan on MySchoolScout is Psja Early College H S with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in San Juan, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in San Juan on MySchoolScout is Arnoldo Cantu SR EL with a composite score of 5.5/10.

What is the best middle school in San Juan, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in San Juan on MySchoolScout is R Yzaguirre Middle with a composite score of 5.8/10.

What is the best high school in San Juan, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in San Juan on MySchoolScout is Psja Early College H S with a composite score of 8.2/10.

How many school districts serve San Juan, Texas?

San Juan is served by 2 school districts: Idea Public Schools, Pharr-san Juan-alamo ISD.

What is the education level in San Juan, Texas?

According to Census data, 14% of adults in San Juan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in San Juan, Texas?

The median household income in San Juan is approximately $51,662 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in San Juan, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in San Juan is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in San Juan, 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.