For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,508 students in 76501, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 76501, TX are Jefferson Elementary School, Hector P Garcia Elementary School and Wheatley Alternative Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 76501 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 76501, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76501, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2616 N 3rd St
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-5500
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-5500
Gr: K-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Hector P Garcia Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2525 Lavendusky Dr
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-6100
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Wheatley Alternative Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
515 E Ave D
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-5665
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-5665
Gr: 1-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Lamar Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2011 N Third St
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-6444
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-6444
Gr: 6-8 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
76501, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1717 East Ave J
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-7475
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-7475
Gr: PK-4 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 76501, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 76501, TX include Jefferson Elementary School, Hector P Garcia Elementary School and Wheatley Alternative Education Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in 76501?
4 public elementary schools are located in 76501.
What is the racial composition of students in 76501?
76501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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