For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 948 students in 78147, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78147, TX are Poth High School, Poth J High School and Poth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78147 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78147, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78147, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Poth High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
506 N Dickson St
Poth, TX 78147
(830) 484-3322
Poth, TX 78147
(830) 484-3322
Gr: 9-12 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Poth J High School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
505 N Dickson St
Poth, TX 78147
(830) 484-3323
Poth, TX 78147
(830) 484-3323
Gr: 6-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Poth Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
210 Brinkoeter
Poth, TX 78147
(830) 484-3321
Poth, TX 78147
(830) 484-3321
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78147, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78147, TX include Poth High School, Poth J High School and Poth Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78147?
3 public schools are located in 78147.
What is the racial composition of students in 78147?
78147 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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