For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,757 students in 78617, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78617, TX are Del Valle High School and Del Valle Opportunity Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78617 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78617, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78617 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is equal to the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Del Valle High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78617, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Del Valle High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5201 Ross Rd
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3200
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3200
Gr: 8-12 | 3,504 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Del Valle Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5301 Ross Road B
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3300
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Travis Co J J A E P
Alternative School
3207 W Slaughter Ln
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3040
Del Valle, TX 78617
(512) 386-3040
Gr: 10-11 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78617, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78617, TX include Del Valle High School and Del Valle Opportunity Center.
How many public high schools are located in 78617?
3 public high schools are located in 78617.
What is the racial composition of students in 78617?
78617 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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