Education
A College-Going Culture
The City of Weslaco embraces and fosters a college-going culture through partnerships with the local school systems, universities, and colleges.
School Systems
Weslaco ISD
Serves a student population of about 19,000 students with four high schools, four middle schools, and 11 elementary schools. With an operating budget of $182.1 million and more than 2,000 employees, WISD is one of the largest employers in the city of Weslaco.
South Texas ISD
Comprised of seven magnet schools throughout the Rio Grande Valley, two of which are located in Weslaco — STISD Health Professions and STISD Science Academy.
IDEA Public Schools in Weslaco
Serves Pre-K to 12th grade with a student population of over 3,000, focused on student achievement and college readiness. IDEA has two campuses and its regional headquarters located in Weslaco.
Horizon Montessori Public School
Their mission is to provide the highest education possible to all students. Horizon Montessori has one campus and its regional headquarters located in Weslaco.
Universities & Colleges
South Texas College — Mid Valley Campus
Offers 127 degree programs and certifications, 5 baccalaureate degrees, plus continuing, professional and industry training programs and dual credit courses for eligible high school students — spanning five campuses, two higher education centers, and one virtual campus.
UTRGV Center for Innovation & Commercialization
UTRGV CIC develops the next generation of RGV entrepreneurs by providing students with experiential learning opportunities in new venture creation.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
A unique education agency with a statewide network of professional educators, trained volunteers, and county offices.
Valley Grande Institute
With a focus on healthcare, VGI leads the development of young medical professionals to provide a workforce for the growing healthcare industry in the RGV, Texas, and beyond.
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