For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,356 students in 75142, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 99 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 75142, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75142, TX are J W Monday Elementary School, Lucille Nash Elementary School and Kaufman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75142 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75142, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75142, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J W Monday Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
905 S Madison St
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-3513
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-3513
Gr: 1-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Lucille Nash Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1002 S Houston St
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-6415
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-6415
Gr: 1-5 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Kaufman High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3205 S Houston St
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-2811
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-2811
Gr: 9-12 | 1,294 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Norman J High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3701 S Houston St
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-2410
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-2410
Gr: 6-8 | 961 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Gary W Campbell High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3507 S Houston St
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-8789
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-8789
Gr: 10-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
J R Phillips Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Royal Dr
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-4500
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-4500
Gr: 1-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
1605 Rand Rd
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-0800
Kaufman, TX 75142
(972) 932-0800
Gr: PK-K | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 75142, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75142, TX include J W Monday Elementary School, Lucille Nash Elementary School and Kaufman High School.
How many public schools are located in 75142?
7 public schools are located in 75142.
What percentage of students in 75142 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 75142 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75142?
75142 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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