For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 295 students in 79739, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79739, TX are Garden City Elementary School and Garden City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79739 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79739, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79739, TX Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Garden City Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
240 W Bearkat Ave
Garden City, TX 79739
(432) 242-1022
Garden City, TX 79739
(432) 242-1022
Grades: PK-5
| 142 students
Rank: #22.
Garden City High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
240 W Bearkat Ave
Garden City, TX 79739
(432) 242-1022
Garden City, TX 79739
(432) 242-1022
Grades: 6-12
| 153 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79739, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79739, TX include Garden City Elementary School and Garden City High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79739?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79739.
What is the racial composition of students in 79739?
79739 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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