For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 297 students in 78959, TX.
The top-ranked public school in 78959, TX is Waelder School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 78959 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78959, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78959, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waelder School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 Us Hwy 90 W
Waelder, TX 78959
(830) 239-5602
Waelder, TX 78959
(830) 239-5602
Gr: PK-12 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
78959, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
109 N Ave C
Waelder, TX 78959
(830) 788-7151
Waelder, TX 78959
(830) 788-7151
Gr: 6-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78959, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78959, TX include Waelder School.
How many public schools are located in 78959?
1 public schools are located in 78959.
What is the racial composition of students in 78959?
78959 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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