For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 487 students in 79521, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79521, TX are Paint Creek School, Haskell J High School and Haskell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79521 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79521, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79521, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paint Creek School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4485 Fm 600
Haskell, TX 79521
(940) 864-2868
Haskell, TX 79521
(940) 864-2868
Grades: PK-12
| 104 students
Rank: #22.
Haskell J High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 N Ave E
Haskell, TX 79521
(940) 864-5981
Haskell, TX 79521
(940) 864-5981
Grades: 6-8
| 117 students
Rank: #33.
Haskell Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
306 S Ave G
Haskell, TX 79521
(940) 864-2654
Haskell, TX 79521
(940) 864-2654
Grades: PK-5
| 266 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79521, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79521, TX include Paint Creek School, Haskell J High School and Haskell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79521?
3 public elementary schools are located in 79521.
What is the racial composition of students in 79521?
79521 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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