For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 725 students in 79821, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79821, TX are Anthony Middle School, Anthony High School and Anthony Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79821 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79821, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79821, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anthony Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
813 6th St
Anthony, TX 79821
(915) 886-6530
Anthony, TX 79821
(915) 886-6530
Gr: 6-8 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Anthony High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
825 Wildcat Dr
Anthony, TX 79821
(915) 886-6550
Anthony, TX 79821
(915) 886-6550
Gr: 9-12 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Anthony Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
610 Sixth St
Anthony, TX 79821
(915) 886-6510
Anthony, TX 79821
(915) 886-6510
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
79821, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Raymond Tellas Academy - Daep (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
840 Sixth St
Anthony, TX 79821
(915) 886-6500
Anthony, TX 79821
(915) 886-6500
Raymond Tellas Academy - Jjaep (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
840 Sixth St
Anthony, TX 79821
(915) 886-6500
Anthony, TX 79821
(915) 886-6500
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79821, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79821, TX include Anthony Middle School, Anthony High School and Anthony Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79821?
3 public schools are located in 79821.
What is the racial composition of students in 79821?
79821 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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