Best 78620 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 8,712 students in 78620, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 200 private students). 97% 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 Rooster Springs Elementary School, Sycamore Springs Middle 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 68% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), 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 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78620, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rooster Springs Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1001 Belterra Dr
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 465-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 772 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Sycamore Springs Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
14451 Sawyer Ranch Rd
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,043 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Cypress Springs Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
11091 Darden Hill Rd
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(737) 260-8700
Gr: PK-5 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Sycamore Springs Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
14451 Sawyer Ranch Rd
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Walnut Springs Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
113 Tiger Ln
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 941 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Dripping Springs Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
111 Tiger Ln
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #77.
Dripping Springs Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
29400 Ranch Rd 12
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 1,104 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #88.
Dripping Springs High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
940 W Hwy 290
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,564 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
294 Mira Vista Dr
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
(512) 858-3000

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 78620, TX?
How many public schools are located in 78620?
9 public schools are located in 78620.
What percentage of students in 78620 go to public school?
97% 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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