For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 419 students in Panhandle, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Panhandle, TX are Panhandle J High School and Panhandle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Panhandle, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Panhandle have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Panhandle, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Panhandle J High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1001 Elsie Ave
Panhandle, TX 79068
(806) 537-3541
Panhandle, TX 79068
(806) 537-3541
Gr: 6-8 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Panhandle Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
106 W 9th St
Panhandle, TX 79068
(806) 537-3579
Panhandle, TX 79068
(806) 537-3579
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Panhandle, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Panhandle, TX include Panhandle J High School and Panhandle Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Panhandle?
2 public elementary schools are located in Panhandle.
What is the racial composition of students in Panhandle?
Panhandle public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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