For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 322 students in 79097, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79097, TX are White Deer High School and White Deer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79097 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79097, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79097, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
White Deer High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
604 S Doucette
White Deer, TX 79097
(806) 883-2311
White Deer, TX 79097
(806) 883-2311
Gr: 6-12 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
White Deer Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
603 S Main
White Deer, TX 79097
(806) 883-2311
White Deer, TX 79097
(806) 883-2311
Gr: PK-5 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79097, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79097, TX include White Deer High School and White Deer Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79097?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79097.
What is the racial composition of students in 79097?
79097 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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