For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,128 students in 75044, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,081 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 75044, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75044, TX are Luna Elementary School, Big Springs Elementary School and Abbett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75044 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75044, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75044, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Luna Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1050 Lochness Rd
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 675-3040
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 675-3040
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Big Springs Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3301 W Campbell Rd
Garland, TX 75044
(469) 593-8100
Garland, TX 75044
(469) 593-8100
Gr: PK-6 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Abbett Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
730 W Muirfield Rd
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 675-3000
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 675-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Hickman Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3114 Pinewood Dr
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 675-3150
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 675-3150
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Iltexas Garland Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3301 N Shiloh Rd
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 414-8000
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 414-8000
Gr: 6-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Iltexas Garland Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3301 N Shiloh Rd
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 414-8000
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 414-8000
Gr: K-5 | 941 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Ethridge Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Sam Houston Dr
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 675-3020
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 675-3020
Gr: PK-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Iltexas Garland High School
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4413 N Shiloh Rd
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 414-3414
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 414-3414
Gr: 9-12 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
2202 Richoak Dr
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 675-8065
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 675-8065
Gr: PK | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 75044, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75044, TX include Luna Elementary School, Big Springs Elementary School and Abbett Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75044?
9 public schools are located in 75044.
What percentage of students in 75044 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 75044 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75044?
75044 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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