For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 689 students in Riesel, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Riesel, TX are Foster Elementary School and Riesel School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Riesel, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Riesel have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Riesel, TX (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Foster Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 N Williams St
Riesel, TX 76682
(254) 896-2297
Riesel, TX 76682
(254) 896-2297
Gr: PK-6 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Riesel School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 E Frederick
Riesel, TX 76682
(254) 896-3171
Riesel, TX 76682
(254) 896-3171
Gr: 7-12 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Riesel, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Riesel, TX include Foster Elementary School and Riesel School.
How many public schools are located in Riesel?
2 public schools are located in Riesel.
What is the racial composition of students in Riesel?
Riesel public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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