For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 282 students in 79040, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79040, TX are Gruver J High School and Gruver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79040 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79040, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79040, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gruver J High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
405 Garrett Ave
Gruver, TX 79040
(806) 733-2081
Gruver, TX 79040
(806) 733-2081
Gr: 5-8 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Gruver Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 Garrett Ave
Gruver, TX 79040
(806) 733-2031
Gruver, TX 79040
(806) 733-2031
Gr: PK-4 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79040, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79040, TX include Gruver J High School and Gruver Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79040?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79040.
What is the racial composition of students in 79040?
79040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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