For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 652 students in Riesel, TX.
The top ranked public schools in Riesel, TX are Foster Elementary School and Riesel School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Riesel, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Riesel have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Riesel, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Foster Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 N Williams St
Riesel, TX 76682
(254) 896-2297
Riesel, TX 76682
(254) 896-2297
Grades: PK-6
| 327 students
Rank: #22.
Riesel School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Frederick St
Riesel, TX 76682
(254) 896-3171
Riesel, TX 76682
(254) 896-3171
Grades: 7-12
| 325 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Riesel, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Riesel, TX include Foster Elementary School and Riesel School.
How many public schools are located in Riesel?
2 public schools are located in Riesel.
What is the racial composition of students in Riesel?
Riesel public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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