For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 572 students in 78873, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78873, TX are Leakey School, Big Springs Charter School and Hill Country Youth Ranch. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78873 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78873, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78873, TX Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Leakey School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
429 Hwy 83 N
Leakey, TX 78873
(830) 232-5595
Leakey, TX 78873
(830) 232-5595
Grades: PK-12
| 361 students
Rank: #22.
Big Springs Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10664 N Us Hwy 83
Leakey, TX 78873
(830) 232-7101
Leakey, TX 78873
(830) 232-7101
Grades: K-12
| 135 students
Rank: #33.
Hill Country Youth Ranch
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3484 Hwy 27 W
Leakey, TX 78873
(830) 367-6100
Leakey, TX 78873
(830) 367-6100
Grades: 2-12
| 76 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78873, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78873, TX include Leakey School, Big Springs Charter School and Hill Country Youth Ranch.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78873?
3 public elementary schools are located in 78873.
What is the racial composition of students in 78873?
78873 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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