For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 8,375 students in 78620, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 484 private students). 95% 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 Sycamore Springs Middle School, Rooster Springs Elementary 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 61% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), 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 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78620, TX Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sycamore Springs Middle School
(Math: 68% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 1,019 students
Rank: #22.
Rooster Springs Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1001 Belterra Dr
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 465-6200
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 465-6200
Grades: PK-5
| 827 students
Rank: #33.
Cypress Springs Elementary School
(Math: 65% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 611 students
Rank: #44.
Sycamore Springs Elementary School
(Math: 64% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 710 students
Rank: #55.
Walnut Springs Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
113 Tiger Ln
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3800
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3800
Grades: PK-5
| 887 students
Rank: #66.
Dripping Springs Middle School
(Math: 57% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 882 students
Rank: #77.
Dripping Springs High School
(Math: 52% | 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
Grades: 9-12
| 2,433 students
Rank: #88.
Dripping Springs Elementary School
(Math: 58% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 1,006 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78620, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78620, TX include Sycamore Springs Middle School, Rooster Springs Elementary School and Cypress Springs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78620?
8 public schools are located in 78620.
What percentage of students in 78620 go to public school?
95% 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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