For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 244 students in 79079, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79079, TX are Shamrock Elementary School and Shamrock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79079 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79079, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79079, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Shamrock Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Illinois St
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Grades: PK-5
| 175 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Shamrock Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Illinois
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Grades: 6-8
| 69 students
79079, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15781 Fm 1036
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-2039
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-2039
Grades: PK-12
| 28 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79079, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79079, TX include Shamrock Elementary School and Shamrock Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79079?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79079.
What is the racial composition of students in 79079?
79079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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