Best 79501 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 733 students in 79501, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79501, TX are Anson Middle School, Anson Elementary School and Anson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79501 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79501, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79501, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anson Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1120 Ave M
Anson, TX 79501
(325) 823-2771
Gr: 6-8 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Anson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
922 Ave M
Anson, TX 79501
(325) 823-3361
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Anson High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1509 S Commercial
Anson, TX 79501
(325) 823-2404
Gr: 9-12 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 48%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 79501, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79501, TX include Anson Middle School, Anson Elementary School and Anson High School.
How many public schools are located in 79501?
3 public schools are located in 79501.
What is the racial composition of students in 79501?
79501 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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