Smithville Junior High

Smithville is a small, tight-knit river town about an hour southeast of Austin, known for its historic downtown and slower pace of life compared to the rapidly growing suburbs surrounding it. Smithville Junior High sits in the middle of that community, and while its academic scores — particularly in math — suggest room for growth, science stands out as a relative strength. Families who are drawn to small-town Texas living and want their kids in a school where everyone knows everyone will feel at home here, though those prioritizing top-tier academics may want to look into supplemental support.