For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,443 students in 78648, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78648, TX are Leonard Shanklin Elementary School, Gilbert Gerdes J High School and Luling High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78648 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78648, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78648, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leonard Shanklin Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
122 E Houston
Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-2515
Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-2515
Gr: PK-5 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Gilbert Gerdes J High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
214 E Bowie St
Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-2121
Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-2121
Gr: 6-8 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Luling High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
218 E Travis
Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-2458
Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-2458
Gr: 9-12 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78648, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78648, TX include Leonard Shanklin Elementary School, Gilbert Gerdes J High School and Luling High School.
How many public schools are located in 78648?
3 public schools are located in 78648.
What is the racial composition of students in 78648?
78648 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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