Top 3 Best 76501 Texas Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,513 students in 76501, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 76501, TX are Jefferson Elementary School, Lamar Middle School and Hector P Garcia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76501 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 76501, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76501, TX Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
Math: 31% | Reading: 32%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2616 N 3rd St
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-5500
Grades: K-5
| 513 students
Rank: #22.
Lamar Middle School
Math: 30% | Reading: 27%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2011 N Third St
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-6444
Grades: 6-8
| 532 students
Rank: #33.
Hector P Garcia Elementary School
Math: 25% | Reading: 29%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2525 Lavendusky Dr
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-6100
Grades: K-5
| 394 students
Rank: n/an/a
Wheatley Alternative Education Center
Alternative School
515 E Ave D
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-5665
Grades: K-12
| 74 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 76501 Texas

76501, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1717 East Ave J
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-7475
Grades: PK-4
| 223 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 76501, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 76501, TX include Jefferson Elementary School, Lamar Middle School and Hector P Garcia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 76501, TX?
4 public schools are located in 76501, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in 76501, TX?
76501, TX public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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