For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,028 students in 78942, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 321 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 78942, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78942, TX are Giddings High School, Giddings Middle School and Giddings Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78942 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78942, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78942, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Giddings High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2335 N Main
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-3351
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-3351
Gr: 9-12 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Giddings Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2335 N Main
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-2057
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-2057
Gr: 6-8 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Giddings Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1402 E Industry St
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-2886
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-2886
Gr: PK-3 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Giddings Intermediate School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2337 N Main
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-4403
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-4403
Gr: 4-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Lone Star H S Southeast (Tjjd)
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1027 Pvt Rd 2261
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-4522
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-4522
Gr: 5-12 | 128 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78942, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78942, TX include Giddings High School, Giddings Middle School and Giddings Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78942?
5 public schools are located in 78942.
What percentage of students in 78942 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 78942 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78942?
78942 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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