Bristol is a census-designated place in Ellis County, Texas, United States.

The name Brockville was a result of Joshua Brock who was the town's first postmaster general.

The community continues to serve as a supply and service center for area farmers and local beef ranches.

[6] In 2010, Bristol was defined as a census-designated place (CDP) by the U.S. Census Bureau.

The boundaries include the original community of Bristol and surrounding areas.

Today the community holds several events including the monthly Bristol Opry, 4 July Celebration, Easter Bunny Breakfast, and Thanksgiving Dinner.

[19] At the 2010 United States Census[22] there were 668 people, 239 households, and 188 families residing in the CDP.

A new brick school containing five classrooms and an auditorium and stage was completed by the U.S. Works Progress Administration (WPA) in 1939.