For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 940 students in 78666, TX (there are , serving 2,398 private students). 28% of all K-12 students in 78666, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 78666, TX are Blanco Vista Elementary School, Hays Inspire Academy and Ki Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78666 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78666, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78666, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blanco Vista Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2951 Blanco Vista Blvd
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 268-8506
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 268-8506
Gr: PK-5 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Hays Inspire Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2250 Clovis R Barker Rd
San Marcos, TX 78666
(210) 638-5400
San Marcos, TX 78666
(210) 638-5400
Gr: 7-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Ki Charter Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
120 Bert Brown Rd
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 396-8500
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 396-8500
Gr: 2-12 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
78666, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pride High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
540 Staples Rd
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 393-6864
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 393-6864
Gr: 10-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78666, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78666, TX include Blanco Vista Elementary School, Hays Inspire Academy and Ki Charter Academy.
How many public schools are located in 78666?
3 public schools are located in 78666.
What percentage of students in 78666 go to public school?
28% of all K-12 students in 78666 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78666?
78666 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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