For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,791 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 35% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), 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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78611, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rj Richey Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Graves
Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-2609
Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-2609
Gr: 3-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Burnet Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1401 N Main
Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-6182
Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-6182
Gr: 6-8 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
111 Shady Grove Rd
Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-2126
Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-2126
Gr: PK-2 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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