For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,399 students in 76209, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 76209, TX are Nette Shultz, Strickland Middle School and Ginnings Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 76209 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 76209, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76209, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nette Shultz
(Math: 55% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1502 Hanover St
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 369-4500
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 369-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 704 students
Rank: #22.
Strickland Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3003 N Bell
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 369-4200
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 369-4200
Grades: 6-8
| 962 students
Rank: #33.
Ginnings Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2525 Yellowstone
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 369-2700
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 369-2700
Grades: PK-5
| 621 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lester Davis
Alternative School
1125 Davis St
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 369-4050
Denton, TX 76209
(940) 369-4050
Grades: 2-12
| 112 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 76209, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 76209, TX include Nette Shultz, Strickland Middle School and Ginnings Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 76209?
4 public elementary schools are located in 76209.
What is the racial composition of students in 76209?
76209 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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