For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 520 students in Spearman, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Spearman, TX are Spearman J High School and Gus Birdwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Spearman, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Spearman have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Spearman, TX (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spearman J High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
313 W 5th Ave
Spearman, TX 79081
(806) 659-2563
Spearman, TX 79081
(806) 659-2563
Grades: 6-8
| 163 students
Rank: #22.
Gus Birdwell Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
511 S Townsend St
Spearman, TX 79081
(806) 659-2565
Spearman, TX 79081
(806) 659-2565
Grades: PK-5
| 357 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Spearman, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Spearman, TX include Spearman J High School and Gus Birdwell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Spearman?
2 public elementary schools are located in Spearman.
What is the racial composition of students in Spearman?
Spearman public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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