For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,958 students in Elgin, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Elgin, TX are Neidig Elementary School, Elgin Middle School and Elgin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elgin, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Elgin have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elgin, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Neidig Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13700 County Line Rd
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-9702
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-9702
Gr: K-4 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Elgin Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1351 N Ave C
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-3382
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-3382
Gr: 7-8 | 839 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Elgin Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1005 W 2nd St
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-3457
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-3457
Gr: PK-4 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Elgin Intermediate School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
902 W 2nd St
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-9701
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-9701
Gr: 5-6 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Booker T Washington Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
510 Mlk
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-3411
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-3411
Gr: PK-4 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Elgin High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14000 County Line Rd
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-3438
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-3438
Gr: 9-12 | 1,771 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Phoenix High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14000 County Line Rd Bldg B7
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-9774
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-9774
Gr: 10-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
338 Harvest Ridge Blvd
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-9864
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-9864
Gr: PK-4 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elgin, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Elgin, TX include Neidig Elementary School, Elgin Middle School and Elgin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Elgin?
9 public schools are located in Elgin.
What is the racial composition of students in Elgin?
Elgin public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Elgin are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Elgin include: Neidig Elementary School vs. Booker T Washington Elementary School, Neidig Elementary School vs. Elgin Elementary School, Booker T Washington Elementary School vs. Neidig Elementary School
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