Best 78602 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,144 students in 78602, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78602, TX are Colorado River Collegiate Academy, Bastrop High School and Genesis High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78602 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78602, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78602 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bastrop High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78602, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colorado River Collegiate Academy
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1602 Hill St
Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 772-7230
Gr: 9-12 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Bastrop High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1614 Chambers St
Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 772-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,767 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Genesis High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1602 Hill St
Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 772-7230
Gr: 9-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Bastrop County Juvenile Boot Camp
Alternative School
906 Farm St
Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 581-4087
Gr: 8-9 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78602, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78602, TX include Colorado River Collegiate Academy, Bastrop High School and Genesis High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78602?
4 public high schools are located in 78602.
What is the racial composition of students in 78602?
78602 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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