For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 560 students in 78957, TX.
The top ranked public high school in 78957, TX is Smithville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 78957 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78957, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78957 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Smithville High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78957, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smithville High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
285 Hwy 95
Smithville, TX 78957
(512) 237-2451
Smithville, TX 78957
(512) 237-2451
Grades: 9-12
| 560 students
78957, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Woodside Trails (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1302 Park Rd 1c
Smithville, TX 78957
(512) 237-2487
Smithville, TX 78957
(512) 237-2487
Grades: 1-12
| 46 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78957, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78957, TX include Smithville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78957?
1 public high schools are located in 78957.
What is the racial composition of students in 78957?
78957 public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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