For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,144 students in 79562, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79562, TX are Buffalo Gap Elementary School, Jim Ned Middle School and Lawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79562 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79562, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79562, TX Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buffalo Gap Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
665 Vine St
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 572-3533
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 572-3533
Grades: PK-5
| 382 students
Rank: #22.
Jim Ned Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9th And Garza
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 554-7870
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 554-7870
Grades: 6-8
| 378 students
Rank: #33.
Lawn Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
318 Ave E
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 583-2256
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 583-2256
Grades: PK-5
| 384 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79562, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79562, TX include Buffalo Gap Elementary School, Jim Ned Middle School and Lawn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79562, TX?
3 public elementary schools are located in 79562, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in 79562, TX?
79562, TX public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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