For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,013 students in 78648, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78648, TX are Leonard Shanklin Elementary School and Gilbert Gerdes 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 78648 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78648, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78648, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Leonard Shanklin Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
122 E Houston
Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-2515
Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-2515
Grades: PK-5
| 711 students
Rank: #22.
Gilbert Gerdes J High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
214 E Bowie St
Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-2121
Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-2121
Grades: 6-8
| 302 students
78648, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
102 West Newton
Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-5319
Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-5319
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78648, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78648, TX include Leonard Shanklin Elementary School and Gilbert Gerdes J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78648?
2 public elementary schools are located in 78648.
What is the racial composition of students in 78648?
78648 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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