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Best 75041 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,704 students in 75041, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 48 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 75041, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75041, TX are Hillside Academy For Excel, Watson Technology Center and Roach Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75041 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75041, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 75041, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillside Academy For Excel
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
600 Keen Dr
Garland, TX 75041
(972) 926-2550
Gr: K-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Watson Technology Center
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2601 Dairy Rd
Garland, TX 75041
(972) 926-2600
Gr: K-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Roach Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1811 Mayfield Ave
Garland, TX 75041
(972) 926-2580
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Md Williams Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2232 Park Crest Dr
Garland, TX 75041
(972) 926-2570
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Caldwell Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3400 Saturn Rd
Garland, TX 75041
(972) 926-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Daugherty Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
501 W Miller Rd
Garland, TX 75041
(972) 926-2530
Gr: K-5 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Sam Houston Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2232 Sussex Dr
Garland, TX 75041
(972) 926-2640
Gr: 6-8 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Memorial Pathway Academy High School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2825 S First
Garland, TX 75041
(972) 926-2650
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Cisneros Pre-k Center
2826 Fifth St
Garland, TX 75041
(972) 271-7160
Gr: PK | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Garland Aec
Alternative School
2015 S Country Club Rd
Garland, TX 75041
(972) 926-2691
Gr: 4-12 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Southgate Stem Elementary School
1115 Mayfield Ave
Garland, TX 75041
(972) 926-2590
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 75041, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75041, TX include Hillside Academy For Excel, Watson Technology Center and Roach Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75041?
11 public schools are located in 75041.
What percentage of students in 75041 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 75041 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75041?
75041 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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