For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 942 students in 79562, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79562, TX are Buffalo Gap Elementary School and Lawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79562 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79562, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79562, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buffalo Gap Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
665 Vine St
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 572-3533
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 572-3533
Grades: PK-3
| 256 students
Rank: #22.
Lawn Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
318 Ave E
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 583-2256
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 583-2256
Grades: PK-3
| 298 students
Rank: n/an/a
4350 Hwy 83
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 554-7035
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 554-7035
Grades: 4-6
| 388 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79562, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79562, TX include Buffalo Gap Elementary School and Lawn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79562?
3 public elementary schools are located in 79562.
What is the racial composition of students in 79562?
79562 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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