For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 445 students in 78840, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 451 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 78840, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 78840, TX are Heritage Academy Of Del Rio Middle School and Heritage Academy Of Del Rio. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78840 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78840, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78840, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heritage Academy Of Del Rio Middle School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
605 Amistad Blvd
Del Rio, TX 78840
(830) 774-6230
Del Rio, TX 78840
(830) 774-6230
Gr: 5-8 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Heritage Academy Of Del Rio
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
709 B Kings Way
Del Rio, TX 78840
(830) 774-6230
Del Rio, TX 78840
(830) 774-6230
Gr: 9-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78840, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78840, TX include Heritage Academy Of Del Rio Middle School and Heritage Academy Of Del Rio.
How many public schools are located in 78840?
2 public schools are located in 78840.
What percentage of students in 78840 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 78840 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 78840?
78840 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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