For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 589 students in 76849, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 76849, TX are Junction Elementary School, Junction Middle School and Junction High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76849 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76849, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76849, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Junction Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1700 College St
Junction, TX 76849
(325) 446-2055
Junction, TX 76849
(325) 446-2055
Grades: PK-5
| 303 students
Rank: #22.
Junction Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 College St
Junction, TX 76849
(325) 446-2464
Junction, TX 76849
(325) 446-2464
Grades: 6-8
| 112 students
Rank: #33.
Junction High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1700 College St
Junction, TX 76849
(325) 446-3326
Junction, TX 76849
(325) 446-3326
Grades: 9-12
| 174 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 76849, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 76849, TX include Junction Elementary School, Junction Middle School and Junction High School.
How many public schools are located in 76849?
3 public schools are located in 76849.
What is the racial composition of students in 76849?
76849 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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