For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 718 students in 78636, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 14 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 78636, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78636, TX are Lyndon B Johnson High School, Lyndon B Johnson Elementary School and Lyndon B Johnson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78636 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78636, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78636, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lyndon B Johnson High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
505 N Nugent
Johnson City, TX 78636
(830) 868-4025
Johnson City, TX 78636
(830) 868-4025
Grades: 9-12
| 250 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Lyndon B Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 E Pecan St
Johnson City, TX 78636
(830) 868-4028
Johnson City, TX 78636
(830) 868-4028
Grades: PK-5
| 302 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Lyndon B Johnson Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
303 N Lbj Dr
Johnson City, TX 78636
(830) 868-9025
Johnson City, TX 78636
(830) 868-9025
Grades: 6-8
| 166 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78636, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78636, TX include Lyndon B Johnson High School, Lyndon B Johnson Elementary School and Lyndon B Johnson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 78636?
3 public schools are located in 78636.
What percentage of students in 78636 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 78636 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78636?
78636 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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