For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 474 students in Linden, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Linden, TX are Mae Luster Stephens J High School and Linden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Linden, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Linden have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Linden, TX (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mae Luster Stephens J High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
857 Us Hwy 59 S
Linden, TX 75563
(903) 756-5381
Linden, TX 75563
(903) 756-5381
Gr: 6-8 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Linden Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
107 S Kaufman St
Linden, TX 75563
(903) 756-5471
Linden, TX 75563
(903) 756-5471
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Linden, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Linden, TX include Mae Luster Stephens J High School and Linden Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Linden?
2 public elementary schools are located in Linden.
What is the racial composition of students in Linden?
Linden public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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