For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 299 students in 79355, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79355, TX are Plains Elementary School and Plains Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79355 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79355, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79355, TX Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Plains Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
811 Cowboy Way
Plains, TX 79355
(806) 456-7401
Plains, TX 79355
(806) 456-7401
Grades: PK-5
| 203 students
Rank: #22.
Plains Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
811 Cowboy Way
Plains, TX 79355
(806) 456-7490
Plains, TX 79355
(806) 456-7490
Grades: 6-8
| 96 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79355, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79355, TX include Plains Elementary School and Plains Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79355?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79355.
What is the racial composition of students in 79355?
79355 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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