For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 485 students in 79036, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79036, TX are Sanford-fritch Elementary School and Sanford-fritch 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 79036 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79036, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79036, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sanford-fritch Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 N Hoyne Ave
Fritch, TX 79036
(806) 397-0159
Fritch, TX 79036
(806) 397-0159
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Sanford-fritch J High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
536 Eagle Blvd
Fritch, TX 79036
(806) 397-0159
Fritch, TX 79036
(806) 397-0159
Gr: 6-8 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
79036, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
C H A M P S (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
308 South Ridgeland Ave
Fritch, TX 79036
(806) 857-3438
Fritch, TX 79036
(806) 857-3438
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79036, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79036, TX include Sanford-fritch Elementary School and Sanford-fritch J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79036?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79036.
What is the racial composition of students in 79036?
79036 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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