For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,616 students in 76208, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 76208, TX are Pecan Creek Elementary School, Stephens Elementary School and Bettye Myers Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76208 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76208, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76208, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pecan Creek Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4400 Lakeview Blvd
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 369-4400
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 369-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Stephens Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
133 Garza Rd
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 369-0800
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 369-0800
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Bettye Myers Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
131 Garza Rd
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 369-1500
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 369-1500
Gr: 6-8 | 827 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Hodge Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Grant Pkwy
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 369-2800
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 369-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Ryan High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5101 E Mckinney
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 369-3000
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 369-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,051 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 76208, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76208, TX include Pecan Creek Elementary School, Stephens Elementary School and Bettye Myers Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 76208?
5 public schools are located in 76208.
What is the racial composition of students in 76208?
76208 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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