For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,962 students in Gilmer, TX.
The top ranked public schools in Gilmer, TX are Bruce J High School, Sharon A Richardson Elementary School and Gilmer High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gilmer, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Gilmer have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Gilmer, TX (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bruce J High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
111 Bruce St
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 841-7600
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 841-7600
Grades: 7-8
| 392 students
Rank: #22.
Sharon A Richardson Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2197 F M 2088
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 762-2139
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 762-2139
Grades: PK-5
| 123 students
Rank: #33.
Gilmer High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
850 Buffalo
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 841-7500
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 841-7500
Grades: 9-12
| 785 students
Rank: #44.
Gilmer Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1625 Us Hwy 271 N
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 841-7700
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 841-7700
Grades: PK-4
| 1,116 students
Rank: #55.
Gilmer Int
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1623 Us Hwy 271 N
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 841-7800
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 841-7800
Grades: 5-6
| 385 students
Rank: #66.
Union Hill High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2197 F M 2088
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 762-2138
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 762-2138
Grades: 6-12
| 161 students
Gilmer, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Upshur County Alternative School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
1276 Fm 49
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 734-6734
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 734-6734
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Upshur County Community Schools (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1276 Fm 49
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 845-6991
Gilmer, TX 75644
(903) 845-6991
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gilmer, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Gilmer, TX include Bruce J High School, Sharon A Richardson Elementary School and Gilmer High School.
How many public schools are located in Gilmer, TX?
6 public schools are located in Gilmer, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in Gilmer, TX?
Gilmer, TX public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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