Vanguard Academy Public Charter School

Vanguard Academy Public Charter School sits in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, a diverse and dynamic region of the Rio Grande Valley.  Vanguard Academy comprises 10 square miles and encompasses the cities of Alamo, Edinburg, and Pharr.  Vanguard is the second-largest charter district in South Texas.

Vanguard Academy has grown into a sizeable community-based school system founded on sound morals, values, and principles.  Innovation, tenacity, vision, and equity are key drivers that have shaped Vanguard Academy into one of the area’s most prominent and forward-looking school systems. Advances such as pay for performance, college and career education programs, and an outstanding dual language program take Vanguard Academy Public Charter School to the next level.

From data on nearly 24,000 public high schools in 50 states by U.S. News, Vanguard Academy is ranked:

#17 in the McAllen, TX metro
#103 in Texas schools
#153 in Charter High Schools

Vanguard’s College, Career, Military Readiness (CCMR) Data ranks top among Rio Grande Valley districts.

*2022 CCMR TEA TAPR Report

We are proud of our award-winning schools, outstanding teachers and staff, committed parents,- and volunteers who comprise the dedicated team that serves approximately 5,000 students in Pre-K 3 through 12th grade, in eight schools, served by 726 dedicated professionals.