For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,807 students in 78611, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78611, TX are Rj Richey Elementary School and Burnet Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78611 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78611, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78611, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rj Richey Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Graves
Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-2609
Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-2609
Grades: 3-5
| 495 students
Rank: #22.
Burnet Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1401 N Main
Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-6182
Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-6182
Grades: 6-8
| 709 students
Rank: n/an/a
111 Shady Grove Rd
Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-2126
Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-2126
Grades: PK-2
| 603 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78611, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78611, TX include Rj Richey Elementary School and Burnet Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78611?
3 public elementary schools are located in 78611.
What is the racial composition of students in 78611?
78611 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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