For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,433 students in Vernon, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Vernon, TX are Northside School, Vernon Middle School and Vernon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vernon, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Vernon have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Vernon, TX (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northside School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18040 Hwy 283 N
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-2551
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-2551
Gr: K-12 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Vernon Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Yamparika St
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-6231
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-6231
Gr: 6-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2110 Stadium Dr
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-4309
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-4309
Gr: 2-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Ntsh Pri Program Wichita Campus
Alternative School
6515 Kemp Blvd
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-1900
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-1900
Gr: 4-7 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
2915 Sand Rd
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-4381
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-4381
Gr: PK-1 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Vernon, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1300 Paradise St
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-1859
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-1859
Gr: 2-3 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
8407 F M 433 West
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-9347
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-9347
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Vernon, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Vernon, TX include Northside School, Vernon Middle School and Vernon Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Vernon?
5 public elementary schools are located in Vernon.
What is the racial composition of students in Vernon?
Vernon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Vernon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Vernon include: Vernon Elementary School vs. Northside School
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