Top 3 Best 78617 Texas Public Elementary Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,666 students in 78617, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78617, TX are Popham Elementary School, Del Valle Middle School and Newton Collins Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78617 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78617, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78617, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Popham Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7014 Elroy Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3750
Grades: PK-5
| 596 students
Rank: #22.
Del Valle Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5500 Ross Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3400
Grades: 6-8
| 842 students
Rank: #33.
Newton Collins Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7609 Apogee Blvd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3900
Grades: PK-5
| 556 students
Rank: #44.
Del Valle Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5400 Ross Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3350
Grades: PK-5
| 672 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 78617, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 78617, TX include Popham Elementary School, Del Valle Middle School and Newton Collins Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78617?
4 public elementary schools are located in 78617.
What is the racial composition of students in 78617?
78617 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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