Best 78617 Texas Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 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, Newton Collins Elementary School and Del Valle Middle 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 31% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), 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 (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Popham Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7014 Elroy Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3750
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Newton Collins Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7609 Apogee Blvd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Del Valle Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5500 Ross Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 842 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Del Valle Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5400 Ross Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3350
Gr: PK-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

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, Newton Collins Elementary School and Del Valle Middle 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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