For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 412 students in 76849, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 76849, TX are Junction Elementary School and Junction Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 76849 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 76849, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76849, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Junction Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1700 College St
Junction, TX 76849
(325) 446-2055
Junction, TX 76849
(325) 446-2055
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Junction Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 College St
Junction, TX 76849
(325) 446-2464
Junction, TX 76849
(325) 446-2464
Gr: 6-8 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 76849, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 76849, TX include Junction Elementary School and Junction Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 76849?
2 public elementary schools are located in 76849.
What is the racial composition of students in 76849?
76849 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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