Best 78617 Texas Public High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,676 students in 78617, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78617, TX are Del Valle High School and Del Valle Opportunity Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78617 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78617, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78617 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Del Valle High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78617, TX Public High Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Del Valle High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5201 Ross Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3200
Grades: 8-12
| 3,460 students
Rank: #22.
Del Valle Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5301 Ross Road B
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3300
Grades: 8-12
| 216 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 78617 Texas

78617, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
3207 W Slaughter Ln
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3040
Grades: 9-11
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 78617, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78617, TX include Del Valle High School and Del Valle Opportunity Center.
How many public high schools are located in 78617?
2 public high schools are located in 78617.
What is the racial composition of students in 78617?
78617 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

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