For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,135 students in Hempstead, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hempstead, TX are Safe Haven, Hempstead Elementary School and Hempstead Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hempstead, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hempstead have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hempstead, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Safe Haven
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
28158 Sh 6
Hempstead, TX 77445
(512) 633-0795
Hempstead, TX 77445
(512) 633-0795
Gr: 6-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Hempstead Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1340 13th St
Hempstead, TX 77445
(979) 826-2452
Hempstead, TX 77445
(979) 826-2452
Gr: PK-5 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Hempstead Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2532 9th St
Hempstead, TX 77445
(979) 826-2530
Hempstead, TX 77445
(979) 826-2530
Gr: 6-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hempstead, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hempstead, TX include Safe Haven, Hempstead Elementary School and Hempstead Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hempstead?
3 public elementary schools are located in Hempstead.
What is the racial composition of students in Hempstead?
Hempstead public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Hempstead are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Hempstead include: Hempstead Middle School vs. Hempstead Elementary School, Hempstead Elementary School vs. Hempstead Middle School
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