For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,051 students in 77612, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77612, TX are Buna Elementary School and Buna 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 77612 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77612, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77612, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buna Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
650 Cr 725
Buna, TX 77612
(409) 994-4840
Buna, TX 77612
(409) 994-4840
Gr: PK-5 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Buna J High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
177 Fm 253
Buna, TX 77612
(409) 994-4860
Buna, TX 77612
(409) 994-4860
Gr: 6-8 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
77612, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hardin County Alternative Ed - Buna Isd Elementary School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
177 Fm 253
Buna, TX 77612
(409) 994-5101
Buna, TX 77612
(409) 994-5101
Gr: 11 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 77612, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77612, TX include Buna Elementary School and Buna J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77612?
2 public elementary schools are located in 77612.
What is the racial composition of students in 77612?
77612 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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