For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,691 students in 78654, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 621 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 78654, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78654, TX are Falls Career High School, Colt Elementary School and Marble Falls Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78654 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78654, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78654, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Falls Career High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1800 Colt Cir
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 798-3621
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 798-3621
Gr: 10-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Colt Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2200 Manzano Mile
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 693-3474
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 693-3474
Gr: PK-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Marble Falls Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
901 Ave U
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 693-2385
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 693-2385
Gr: PK-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Marble Falls Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1511 Pony Cir
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 693-4439
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 693-4439
Gr: 6-8 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Marble Falls High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2101 Mustang Dr
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 693-4375
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 693-4375
Gr: 9-12 | 1,129 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Highland Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8200 W Fm 1431
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 798-3650
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 798-3650
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78654, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78654, TX include Falls Career High School, Colt Elementary School and Marble Falls Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78654?
6 public schools are located in 78654.
What percentage of students in 78654 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 78654 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78654?
78654 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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