For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 267 students in Prairie Lea, TX.
The top-ranked public school in Prairie Lea, TX is Prairie Lea Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Prairie Lea, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Prairie Lea have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Prairie Lea, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Lea Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6910 Hwy 80
Prairie Lea, TX 78661
(512) 488-2328
Prairie Lea, TX 78661
(512) 488-2328
Gr: PK-12 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Prairie Lea, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Prairie Lea, TX include Prairie Lea Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Prairie Lea?
2 public schools are located in Prairie Lea.
What is the racial composition of students in Prairie Lea?
Prairie Lea public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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