For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,218 students in 76053, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 109 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 76053, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 76053, TX are W A Porter Elementary School, Hurst Hills Elementary School and Hurst J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76053 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76053, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76053, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
W A Porter Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2750 Prestondale Dr
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 547-2900
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 547-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Hurst Hills Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
525 Billie Ruth Ln
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 399-3140
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 399-3140
Gr: PK-6 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Hurst J High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Harmon Rd
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 399-2710
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 399-2710
Gr: 7-9 | 967 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
Shady Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 Cavender Dr
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 399-3350
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 399-3350
Gr: PK-6 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Donna Park
(Math: 61% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1125 Scott Dr
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 399-3410
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 399-3410
Gr: PK-6 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Harrison Lane Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 Harrison Ln
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 399-3510
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 399-3510
Gr: PK-6 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
Bellaire Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Bellaire Dr
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 399-3050
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 399-3050
Gr: PK-6 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
76053, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
New Quest Academy (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
824 W Pipeline Rd
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 849-8800
Hurst, TX 76053
(817) 849-8800
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 76053, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76053, TX include W A Porter Elementary School, Hurst Hills Elementary School and Hurst J High School.
How many public schools are located in 76053?
7 public schools are located in 76053.
What percentage of students in 76053 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 76053 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76053?
76053 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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