For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,110 students in 78957, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78957, TX are Smithville Elementary School and Smithville J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78957 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78957, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78957, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithville Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
800 Bishop St
Smithville, TX 78957
(512) 237-2406
Smithville, TX 78957
(512) 237-2406
Gr: 1-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Smithville J High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
287 Hwy 95 S
Smithville, TX 78957
(512) 237-2407
Smithville, TX 78957
(512) 237-2407
Gr: 6-8 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78957, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78957, TX include Smithville Elementary School and Smithville J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78957?
2 public elementary schools are located in 78957.
What is the racial composition of students in 78957?
78957 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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