For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,016 students in 76504, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 76504, TX are Kennedy-powell Elementary School, Scott Elementary School and Travis Science Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 76504 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 76504, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76504, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kennedy-powell Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3707 W Nugent Ave
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6000
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6000
Grades: PK-5
| 416 students
Rank: #22.
Scott Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2301 W Ave P
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6222
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6222
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Rank: #33.
Travis Science Academy
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1551 S 25th St
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6300
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6300
Grades: 6-8
| 687 students
Rank: #44.
Western Hills Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 Arapaho Dr
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-5600
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 448 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 76504, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 76504, TX include Kennedy-powell Elementary School, Scott Elementary School and Travis Science Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 76504?
4 public elementary schools are located in 76504.
What is the racial composition of students in 76504?
76504 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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