For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 377 students in 78650, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 78650, TX are Mcdade High School and Mcdade Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78650 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78650, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78650, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcdade High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
156 Marlin St
Mc Dade, TX 78650
(512) 273-2522
Mc Dade, TX 78650
(512) 273-2522
Gr: 7-12 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Mcdade Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
156 Marlin St
Mc Dade, TX 78650
(512) 273-2522
Mc Dade, TX 78650
(512) 273-2522
Gr: PK-6 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 78650, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 78650, TX include Mcdade High School and Mcdade Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78650?
2 public schools are located in 78650.
What is the racial composition of students in 78650?
78650 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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