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, Hector P Garcia Elementary School and Lamar Middle 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 27% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76501, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, 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)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2616 N 3rd St
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-5500
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-5500
Grades: K-5
| 513 students
Rank: #22.
Hector P Garcia Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2525 Lavendusky Dr
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-6100
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-6100
Grades: K-5
| 394 students
Rank: #33.
Lamar Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2011 N Third St
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-6444
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-6444
Grades: 6-8
| 532 students
Rank: #44.
Wheatley Alternative Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
515 E Ave D
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-5665
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-5665
Grades: K-12
| 74 students
76501, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1717 East Ave J
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-7475
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, Hector P Garcia Elementary School and Lamar Middle 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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