For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 400 students in 79553, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79553, TX are Stamford Middle School and Oliver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79553 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79553, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79553, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stamford Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 E Reynolds
Stamford, TX 79553
(325) 773-2651
Stamford, TX 79553
(325) 773-2651
Gr: 6-8 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Oliver Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 E Oliver
Stamford, TX 79553
(325) 773-5713
Stamford, TX 79553
(325) 773-5713
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
79553, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
507 S Orient St
Stamford, TX 79553
(915) 773-2651
Stamford, TX 79553
(915) 773-2651
Gr: 4-6 | 171 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Wetherbee High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
507 S Orient St
Stamford, TX 79553
(325) 773-4033
Stamford, TX 79553
(325) 773-4033
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79553, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79553, TX include Stamford Middle School and Oliver Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79553?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79553.
What is the racial composition of students in 79553?
79553 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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