For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,894 students in 76504, TX (there are , serving 426 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 76504, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 76504, TX are Kennedy-powell Elementary School, Scott Elementary School and Travis Science Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76504 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76504, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76504, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kennedy-powell Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3707 W Nugent Ave
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6000
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6000
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Scott Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2301 W Ave P
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6222
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6222
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Travis Science Academy
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1551 S 25th St
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6300
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Western Hills Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 Arapaho Dr
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-5600
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Temple High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
415 N 31st St
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-7000
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-7000
Gr: 8-12 | 2,342 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Fred W Edwards Academy Aec
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 S 27th St
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6944
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6944
Gr: 9-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
1717 E Ave J
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6700
Temple, TX 76504
(254) 215-6700
Gr: PK | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 76504, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76504, TX include Kennedy-powell Elementary School, Scott Elementary School and Travis Science Academy.
How many public schools are located in 76504?
7 public schools are located in 76504.
What percentage of students in 76504 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 76504 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76504?
76504 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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