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7 schools in Gilmer

Texas · Public K-12

Gilmer runs 7 public K-12 schools inside Texas, with combined enrollment near 3,228 (3 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high).

7-year change in Gilmer

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
3,228
+411 (+15%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
7
+1 (+17%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
57%
was 62%
% Hispanic
23%
was 20%
% Black
9%
was 11%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
BRUCE J HMiddle07-08419
GILMER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERElementaryPK-PK165
GILMER ELElementaryKG-041,042
GILMER H SHigh09-12895
GILMER INTMiddle05-06425
SHARON A RICHARDSON ELElementaryPK-05141
UNION HILL H SHigh06-12141

About Gilmer

Gilmer, Texas is home to 7 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 3,228 students. By school count, it is a medium-population city.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city is built around 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high.

Average school size in Gilmer is around 461 students, 24% below the Texas average of about 606.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Gilmer has climbed 15% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 2,817 students to 3,228. Over that span, Gilmer added 1 school, going from 6 to 7. Demographically, the White share of enrollment declined from 62% to 57%.

On this page, the community for Gilmer discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Gilmer?
Gilmer, Texas has 7 public K-12 schools serving approximately 3,228 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Gilmer?
Gilmer has 3 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Gilmer?
GILMER EL is the largest public school in Gilmer by enrollment, with approximately 1,042 students.
What school districts serve Gilmer?
Gilmer is served by 2 public school districts, including GILMER ISD, UNION HILL ISD.
What grade levels do public schools in Gilmer cover?
Public schools in Gilmer serve students from pre-K through grade 12.