For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,374 students in 77659, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 77659, TX are Hardin-jefferson J High School and Sour Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77659 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77659, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77659, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hardin-jefferson J High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3025 Hwy 326 S
Sour Lake, TX 77659
(409) 981-6420
Sour Lake, TX 77659
(409) 981-6420
Gr: 6-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Sour Lake Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1055 Hwy 326 S
Sour Lake, TX 77659
(409) 981-6440
Sour Lake, TX 77659
(409) 981-6440
Gr: PK-5 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 77659, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 77659, TX include Hardin-jefferson J High School and Sour Lake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77659?
2 public elementary schools are located in 77659.
What is the racial composition of students in 77659?
77659 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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