For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,380 students in 78942, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78942, TX are Giddings Middle School, Giddings Elementary School and Giddings Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 78942 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 78942, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78942, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Giddings Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2335 N Main
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-2057
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-2057
Gr: 6-8 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Giddings Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1402 E Industry St
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-2886
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-2886
Gr: PK-3 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Giddings Intermediate School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2337 N Main
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-4403
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-4403
Gr: 4-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
Lone Star H S Southeast (Tjjd)
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1027 Pvt Rd 2261
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-4522
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-4522
Gr: 5-12 | 128 students Minority enrollment: 89%
78942, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Knox Learning Center (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
P O Box 389
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-0150
Giddings, TX 78942
(979) 542-0150
Gr: 9-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 78942, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 78942, TX include Giddings Middle School, Giddings Elementary School and Giddings Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 78942?
4 public elementary schools are located in 78942.
What is the racial composition of students in 78942?
78942 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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