For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 273 students in 79226, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79226, TX are Clarendon J High School and Clarendon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79226 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79226, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79226, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarendon J High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
822 5th St
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 310-7655
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 310-7655
Gr: 6-8 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Clarendon Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
822 5th St
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 310-7760
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 310-7760
Gr: PK-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79226, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79226, TX include Clarendon J High School and Clarendon Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79226?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79226.
What is the racial composition of students in 79226?
79226 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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