For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 412 students in 79041, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79041, TX are Akin Elementary School and Carr Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79041 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79041, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79041, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Akin Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
N Ave K
Hale Center, TX 79041
(806) 839-2121
Hale Center, TX 79041
(806) 839-2121
Gr: PK-4 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Carr Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
410 W 12th
Hale Center, TX 79041
(806) 839-2141
Hale Center, TX 79041
(806) 839-2141
Gr: 5-8 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79041, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79041, TX include Akin Elementary School and Carr Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79041?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79041.
What is the racial composition of students in 79041?
79041 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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