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Blanco County

Texas · Public K-12

The 6 public K-12 schools in Blanco County cover all standard grade bands (2 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high), with combined enrollment around 1,809.

7-year change in Blanco County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,809
+119 (+7%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
6
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
60%
was 61%
% Hispanic
36%
was 36%
% Black
0%
was 0%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
6
2 districts
Enrollment
1,809
NCES CCD
Median income
$92,425
Above Texas avg
Free/reduced lunch
38.8%
Below Texas avg
Elementary
2
790 students
Middle
2
399 students
High
2
620 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
BLANCO ISD
1,102 students · 2 districts in Blanco County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Blanco County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
80%
Hispanic
19%
Black
1%
Asian
0%
Two or more
13%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
60%
Hispanic
36%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
3%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
35.4%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
7.4%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
5.9%
civilian labor
Median age
52
17.5% under 18

Test scores in Blanco County

Latest 2023-24 ELA proficiency, 6 schools ranked. Texas state average: 52.7%.

Top 5 schools (ELA)
  1. LYNDON B JOHNSON H S· 74.0%
  2. BLANCO H S· 60.0%
  3. LYNDON B JOHNSON MIDDLE· 58.0%
  4. BLANCO MIDDLE· 57.0%
  5. LYNDON B JOHNSON EL· 53.0%
Lowest 5 schools (ELA)
  1. BLANCO EL· 42.0%
  2. LYNDON B JOHNSON EL· 53.0%
  3. BLANCO MIDDLE· 57.0%
  4. LYNDON B JOHNSON MIDDLE· 58.0%
  5. BLANCO H S· 60.0%

See all 6 schools in Blanco County ranked by score →

All schools (6)

NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
BLANCO ELBlancoElementaryPK-05480·
BLANCO H SBlancoHigh09-12365·
LYNDON B JOHNSON ELJohnson CityElementaryPK-05310·
BLANCO MIDDLEBlancoMiddle06-08257·
LYNDON B JOHNSON H SJohnson CityHigh09-12255·
LYNDON B JOHNSON MIDDLEJohnson CityMiddle06-08142·

Cities in Blanco County

Blanco3 schoolsJohnson City3 schools

About Blanco County

In Texas, Blanco County is a compact county of about 12,446 residents. 6 public schools across the county hosts about 1,809 students between them.

For perspective, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $92,425, 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate is around 7%. That income level is 39% above the Texas median.

On the level-by-level breakdown, Blanco County consists of 2 elementary schools (790 students), 2 middle schools (399), and 2 high schools (620).

BLANCO ISD dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 1,102 students on its own.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Blanco County has increased 7% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 1,690 students to 1,809.

On this page, the community for Blanco County discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Blanco County?
There are 6 public K-12 schools in Blanco County, Texas, with a combined enrollment of about 1,809.
How many high schools are in Blanco County?
Blanco County, Texas has 2 public high schools, serving approximately 620 students.
How many middle schools are in Blanco County?
Blanco County, Texas has 2 public middle schools, serving approximately 399 students.
How many elementary schools are in Blanco County?
Blanco County, Texas has 2 public elementary schools, serving approximately 790 students.
What is the largest school district in Blanco County?
BLANCO ISD is the largest school district in Blanco County, serving approximately 1,102 students. The county contains 2 school districts overall.
What is the population of Blanco County?
Blanco County, Texas has a population of approximately 12,446, with a median age of 52. About 17.5% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Blanco County?
Median household income in Blanco County is $92,425, above the Texas average of $66,482. About 7.4% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Blanco County?
Approximately 35.4% of adults 25 and older in Blanco County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Blanco County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 38.8% of students in Blanco County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Texas county average of 61.1%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Blanco County schools?
Across Blanco County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 12.3 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data