For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 942 students in 79562, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79562, TX are Buffalo Gap Elementary School and Lawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79562 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79562, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79562, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buffalo Gap Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
665 Vine St
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 572-3533
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 572-3533
Gr: PK-3 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Lawn Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
318 Ave E
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 583-2256
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 583-2256
Gr: PK-3 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
4350 Hwy 83
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 554-7035
Tuscola, TX 79562
(325) 554-7035
Gr: 4-6 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79562, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79562, TX include Buffalo Gap Elementary School and Lawn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79562?
3 public elementary schools are located in 79562.
What is the racial composition of students in 79562?
79562 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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