For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 554 students in 76821, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 76821, TX are Ballinger Elementary School and Ballinger J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 76821 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 76821, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76821, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ballinger Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Broad Ave
Ballinger, TX 76821
(325) 365-3527
Ballinger, TX 76821
(325) 365-3527
Grades: PK-5
| 374 students
Rank: #22.
Ballinger J High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1006 Conda Ave
Ballinger, TX 76821
(325) 365-3537
Ballinger, TX 76821
(325) 365-3537
Grades: 6-8
| 180 students
76821, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Fairview Accelerated (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
2405 Fairview School Rd
Ballinger, TX 76821
(325) 651-7656
Ballinger, TX 76821
(325) 651-7656
Grades: 9-11
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 76821, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 76821, TX include Ballinger Elementary School and Ballinger J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 76821?
2 public elementary schools are located in 76821.
What is the racial composition of students in 76821?
76821 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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