For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 658 students in 79201, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79201, TX are Childress Elementary School and Childress J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79201 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79201, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79201, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Childress Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
300 3rd St S E
Childress, TX 79201
(940) 937-6313
Childress, TX 79201
(940) 937-6313
Grades: PK-5
| 432 students
Rank: #22.
Childress J High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Commerce St
Childress, TX 79201
(940) 937-3641
Childress, TX 79201
(940) 937-3641
Grades: 6-8
| 226 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79201, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79201, TX include Childress Elementary School and Childress J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79201?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79201.
What is the racial composition of students in 79201?
79201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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