For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 997 students in 79316, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79316, TX are Brownfield Middle School and Oak Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79316 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79316, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79316, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brownfield Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
701 Cub Dr
Brownfield, TX 79316
(806) 637-4523
Brownfield, TX 79316
(806) 637-4523
Gr: 6-8 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Cactus Ln
Brownfield, TX 79316
(806) 637-6455
Brownfield, TX 79316
(806) 637-6455
Gr: K-5 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79316, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79316, TX include Brownfield Middle School and Oak Grove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79316?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79316.
What is the racial composition of students in 79316?
79316 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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