For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,824 students in Elgin, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in Elgin, TX are Phoenix High School and Elgin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elgin, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Elgin have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Elgin, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Elgin High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Elgin, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Phoenix High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14000 County Line Rd Bldg B7
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-9774
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-9774
Grades: 9-12
| 45 students
Rank: #22.
Elgin High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14000 County Line Rd
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-3438
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-3438
Grades: 9-12
| 1,779 students
Elgin, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
902 West 2nd St
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-3434
Elgin, TX 78621
(512) 281-3434
Grades: 3-5
| 281 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Elgin, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in Elgin, TX include Phoenix High School and Elgin High School.
How many public high schools are located in Elgin?
2 public high schools are located in Elgin.
What is the racial composition of students in Elgin?
Elgin public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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