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5.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Runge, Texas

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.4/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.4/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$38,904

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$103,400

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
32%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
57%

Of occupied housing units

How Runge compares

Median household income

$39k

52% of Texas median

About Schools in Runge, Texas

Runge, Texas is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Runge show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Runge is Runge H S with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Runge is served by 1 school district: RUNGE ISD. These districts collectively serve 196 students.

Runge's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $38,904. The poverty rate in the area is 34.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (3) Elementary (1) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (3) Public (3)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (3) Academics (3) Growth (2) Resources (2)
Filter by ZIP: 78151 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
RUNGE EL
114 students · Pre-K–6th 		4.4

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
RUNGE H S
81 students · 7th–12th 		6.4

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
NIXON-SMILEY DAEP
1 students · 11th–11th 		—

Schools in Runge

Runge, Texas · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$38,904

Median Home Value

$103,400

Median Rent

$322/mo

Population

1,513

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

57%

Poverty Rate

34.6%

Community Profile

Runge has a median household income of $38,904. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $103,400, with a median rent of $322/month. The area has a poverty rate of 34.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
3
Elementary
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
5.4/10

Resources

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School District

RUNGE ISD

3 schools · 196 students

Nearby Cities

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Runge, Texas

How many schools are in Runge, Texas?

Runge has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Runge, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Runge is 5.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Runge, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Runge on MySchoolScout is Runge H S with a composite score of 6.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Runge, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Runge on MySchoolScout is Runge EL with a composite score of 4.4/10.

What is the best high school in Runge, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Runge on MySchoolScout is Runge H S with a composite score of 6.4/10.

How many school districts serve Runge, Texas?

Runge is served by 1 school district: Runge ISD.

What is the education level in Runge, Texas?

According to Census data, 32% of adults in Runge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Runge, Texas?

The median household income in Runge is approximately $38,904 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Runge, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Runge is 10.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Runge, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.