Summary:
There are three high schools serving grades 9-12 in zip code 78602 (Bastrop, TX), all part of the Bastrop Independent School District (Isd), which ranks in the 16th percentile statewide and presents a wide range of educational options for families.
The standout school in the area is Colorado River Collegiate Academy, a 5-star school ranking in the 96th percentile with a 100% graduation rate and 0% dropout rate. It achieves 90%+ proficiency in most subjects, though its Algebra I proficiency (44.44%) is a notable weakness. In contrast, Genesis High School is a 0-star school in the 1st percentile, with 0% proficiency in Algebra I and English I, a 90.5% graduation rate, and the highest student-teacher ratio (24.2:1). Bastrop High School is the largest school (1,767 students) and serves as the traditional comprehensive option, ranking in the 33rd percentile with a 97.9% graduation rate and generally below-state-average test scores.
Key takeaways for parents include that spending per student does not correlate with performance—Bastrop High School spends the most ($10,814) but achieves mediocre results, while Colorado River Collegiate Academy spends the least ($8,716) and excels. The small-school advantage is not universal, as Colorado River Collegiate Academy (14.3:1 student-teacher ratio) thrives, while Genesis High School (24.2:1 ratio) struggles. The district's overall ranking is dragged down by Genesis High School and Bastrop High School, but the presence of a top-tier school like Colorado River Collegiate Academy shows the district is capable of excellence, though it is not evenly distributed.
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