Best 79520 Texas Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 231 students in 79520, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 79520, TX is Hamlin Collegiate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 79520 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79520, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79520, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamlin Collegiate Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
405 N W 5th St
Hamlin, TX 79520
(325) 576-3191
Gr: PK-6 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79520, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79520, TX include Hamlin Collegiate Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79520?
1 public elementary schools are located in 79520.
What is the racial composition of students in 79520?
79520 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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