For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 8,538 students in 78620, TX (there are , serving 503 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 78620, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78620, TX are Rooster Springs Elementary School, Sycamore Springs Middle School and Cypress Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78620 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78620, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78620, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rooster Springs Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1001 Belterra Dr
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 465-6200
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 465-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Sycamore Springs Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14451 Sawyer Ranch Rd
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3600
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,016 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Cypress Springs Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11091 Darden Hill Rd
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(737) 260-8700
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(737) 260-8700
Gr: PK-5 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Sycamore Springs Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14451 Sawyer Ranch Rd
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3900
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Walnut Springs Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
113 Tiger Ln
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3800
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 916 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #66.
Dripping Springs Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 Tiger Ln
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3400
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 920 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #77.
Dripping Springs Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29400 Ranch Rd 12
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3700
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 1,059 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #88.
Dripping Springs High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
940 W Hwy 290
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3100
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,484 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78620, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78620, TX include Rooster Springs Elementary School, Sycamore Springs Middle School and Cypress Springs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78620?
9 public schools are located in 78620.
What percentage of students in 78620 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 78620 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78620?
78620 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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