For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,714 students in 79606, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 50 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 79606, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 79606, TX are Wylie High School, Wylie West Int and Wylie East J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79606 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 79606, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79606, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wylie High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4502 Antilley Rd
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-1181
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-1181
Grades: 9-12
| 1,358 students
Rank: #22.
Wylie West Int
(Math: 64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3158 Beltway S
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 692-7961
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 692-7961
Grades: 3-4
| 417 students
Rank: #33.
Wylie East J High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1682 Colony Hill Rd
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 437-2360
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 437-2360
Grades: 5-8
| 715 students
Rank: #44.
Wylie West J High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4134 Beltway S
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 695-1910
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 695-1910
Grades: 5-8
| 888 students
Rank: #55.
Wylie East Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7401 Maple St
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 437-2330
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 437-2330
Grades: K-4
| 935 students
Rank: #66.
Wylie West Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7650 Hardwick Rd
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 692-6554
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 692-6554
Grades: 1-2
| 426 students
Rank: #77.
Dyess Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6733 Jennings Dr
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3795
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3795
Grades: PK-5
| 595 students
Rank: #88.
Ward Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3750 Paint Brush
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3666
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3666
Grades: PK-5
| 498 students
Rank: #99.
Bassetti Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5749 Hwy 277 S
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3720
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3720
Grades: PK-5
| 513 students
Rank: n/an/a
6249 Buffalo Gap Rd
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 437-2350
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 437-2350
Grades: PK-K
| 369 students
79606, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8228 Hwy 277 S
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 692-1992
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 692-1992
Grades: 2
| 233 students
Taylor County Learning Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
2002 Jameson St
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 677-1444
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 677-1444
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
4134 Beltway S
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 695-6870
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 695-6870
Grades: 5-6
| 564 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79606, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79606, TX include Wylie High School, Wylie West Int and Wylie East J High School.
How many public schools are located in 79606, TX?
10 public schools are located in 79606, TX.
What percentage of students in 79606, TX go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 79606, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79606, TX?
79606, TX public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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