For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,467 students in 79901, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 241 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 79901, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 79901, TX are La Fe Preparatory School, Aoy Elementary School and Hart Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79901 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79901, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79901, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Fe Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
616 E Father Rahm Ave
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 533-3922
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 533-3922
Gr: PK-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Aoy Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
901 S Campbell St
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 236-0175
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 236-0175
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Hart Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1110 Park St
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 236-8825
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 236-8825
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
El Paso Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1918 Texas Ave
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 298-3900
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 298-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #55.
Guillen Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 S Cotton St
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 496-4620
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 496-4620
Gr: 6-8 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
79901, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
500 S Hills St
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 496-8050
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 496-8050
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
616 E Father Rahm Ave
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 496-8140
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 496-8140
Gr: 3-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Telles Academy J J A E P (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
320 S Campbell St
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 496-4600
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 496-4600
Gr: 10-12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79901, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79901, TX include La Fe Preparatory School, Aoy Elementary School and Hart Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79901?
5 public schools are located in 79901.
What percentage of students in 79901 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 79901 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79901?
79901 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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