For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 578 students in Taft, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Taft, TX are Woodroe Petty Elementary School and Ricardo L Trevino J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Taft, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Taft have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Taft, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Woodroe Petty Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 Peach Streeet
Taft, TX 78390
(361) 528-2636
Taft, TX 78390
(361) 528-2636
Grades: PK-5
| 387 students
Rank: #22.
Ricardo L Trevino J High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1150 Gregory St
Taft, TX 78390
(361) 528-2636
Taft, TX 78390
(361) 528-2636
Grades: 6-8
| 191 students
Taft, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alter Ed Campus Shoreline High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
400 College St
Taft, TX 78390
(512) 528-2636
Taft, TX 78390
(512) 528-2636
Grades: 7-12
| 96 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Taft, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Taft, TX include Woodroe Petty Elementary School and Ricardo L Trevino J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Taft?
2 public elementary schools are located in Taft.
What is the racial composition of students in Taft?
Taft public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Sexual Harassment at Age 6: The Tale of a First Grade Suspension
A six-year old in Aurora, Colorado, was suspended after singing an LMFAO song to a little girl in his class and reportedly “shaking his booty.” We look at the case and the sexual harassment problem in public schools today.
How Scaffolding Could Change the Way Your Child Learns
This article explores the concept of instructional scaffolding, a teaching method that enhances learning by breaking down complex tasks into manageable parts. It highlights how scaffolding supports students in developing critical thinking skills and becoming more independent learners. The article discusses the benefits of scaffolding, including improved engagement and reduced anxiety, and provides strategies for its implementation across various educational levels.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.