For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 477 students in 78379, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 78379, TX are Kaufer High School and Nanny Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78379 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78379, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78379, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kaufer High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
203 Seahawk Dr
Riviera, TX 78379
(361) 296-3101
Riviera, TX 78379
(361) 296-3101
Gr: 9-12 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Nanny Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
203 Seahawk Dr
Riviera, TX 78379
(361) 296-3101
Riviera, TX 78379
(361) 296-3101
Gr: PK-5 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
203 Seahawk Dr
Riviera, TX 78379
(361) 296-3101
Riviera, TX 78379
(361) 296-3101
Gr: 6-8 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78379, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78379, TX include Kaufer High School and Nanny Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78379?
3 public schools are located in 78379.
What is the racial composition of students in 78379?
78379 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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