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Best 78610 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 5,428 students in 78610, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 78610, TX are Jack C Hays High School, Moe And Gene Johnson High School and Alter Impact Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78610 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78610, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78610 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is equal to the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Moe And Gene Johnson High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78610, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jack C Hays High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4800 Jack C Hays Trl
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-2911
Gr: 9-12 | 2,304 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Moe And Gene Johnson High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4260 Ranch Rd 967
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8512
Gr: 9-12 | 2,870 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Alter Impact Center
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4125b F M 967
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8473
Gr: 6-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Live Oak Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4820 Jack C Hays Trl
Buda, TX 78610
(512) 268-8462
Gr: 9-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78610, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78610, TX include Jack C Hays High School, Moe And Gene Johnson High School and Alter Impact Center.
How many public high schools are located in 78610?
4 public high schools are located in 78610.
What is the racial composition of students in 78610?
78610 public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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