For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 809 students in 79536, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79536, TX are Merkel Elementary School and Merkel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79536 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79536, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79536, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merkel Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1602 Sth 5th
Merkel, TX 79536
(325) 928-4795
Merkel, TX 79536
(325) 928-4795
Gr: PK-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Merkel Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
302 Ash
Merkel, TX 79536
(325) 928-5511
Merkel, TX 79536
(325) 928-5511
Gr: 6-8 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79536, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79536, TX include Merkel Elementary School and Merkel Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79536?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79536.
What is the racial composition of students in 79536?
79536 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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