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Best 77836 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,952 students in 77836, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 166 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 77836, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 77836, TX are Caldwell High School, Caldwell J High School and Caldwell Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77836 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77836, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 77836, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caldwell High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
550 County Rd 307
Caldwell, TX 77836
(979) 567-2401
Gr: 9-12 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Caldwell J High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
765 County Rd 300
Caldwell, TX 77836
(979) 567-2402
Gr: 7-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Caldwell Intermediate School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
763 County Rd 300
Caldwell, TX 77836
(979) 567-2403
Gr: 4-6 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Caldwell Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
611 W Alligator
Caldwell, TX 77836
(979) 567-2404
Gr: PK-3 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 77836, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77836, TX include Caldwell High School, Caldwell J High School and Caldwell Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 77836?
4 public schools are located in 77836.
What percentage of students in 77836 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 77836 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 77836?
77836 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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