For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,066 students in 78947, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 78947, TX are Lexington Middle School, Lexington High School and Lexington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 78947 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 78947, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78947, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lexington Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
121 Third St
Lexington, TX 78947
(979) 773-2255
Lexington, TX 78947
(979) 773-2255
Grades: 6-8
| 224 students
Rank: #22.
Lexington High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8783 N Hwy 77
Lexington, TX 78947
(979) 773-2255
Lexington, TX 78947
(979) 773-2255
Grades: 9-12
| 354 students
Rank: #33.
Lexington Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
222 Fifth St
Lexington, TX 78947
(979) 773-2525
Lexington, TX 78947
(979) 773-2525
Grades: PK-5
| 488 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 78947, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 78947, TX include Lexington Middle School, Lexington High School and Lexington Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 78947?
3 public schools are located in 78947.
What is the racial composition of students in 78947?
78947 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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