Best 78147 Texas Public Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 687 students in 78147, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78147, TX are Poth J High School and Poth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78147 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78147, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78147, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Poth J High School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
505 N Dickson St
Poth, TX 78147
(830) 484-3323
Gr: 6-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Poth Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
210 Brinkoeter
Poth, TX 78147
(830) 484-3321
Gr: PK-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78147, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78147, TX include Poth J High School and Poth Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78147?
2 public elementary schools are located in 78147.
What is the racial composition of students in 78147?
78147 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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