For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 944 students in 79745, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79745, TX are Kermit J High School and Kermit Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79745 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79745, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79745, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kermit J High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1001 School St
Kermit, TX 79745
(432) 586-1040
Kermit, TX 79745
(432) 586-1040
Gr: 6-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Kermit Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 N E Ave
Kermit, TX 79745
(432) 586-1020
Kermit, TX 79745
(432) 586-1020
Gr: PK-5 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79745, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79745, TX include Kermit J High School and Kermit Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79745?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79745.
What is the racial composition of students in 79745?
79745 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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