For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,060 students in 79902, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79902, TX are Lamar Elementary School, Wiggs Middle School and Mesita Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79902 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79902, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79902, TX Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1440 E Cliff Dr
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3200
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3200
Grades: PK-5
| 294 students
Rank: #22.
Wiggs Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 Cir Dr
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 231-2100
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 231-2100
Grades: 6-8
| 821 students
Rank: #33.
Mesita Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3307 N Stanton
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 496-8180
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 496-8180
Grades: PK-5
| 945 students
79902, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
About Face Jjaep Middle School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
220 Lawton Dr
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3240
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3240
Grades: 4-5
| n/a students
220 Lawton St
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3240
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 351-3240
Grades: PK-5
| 278 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79902, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79902, TX include Lamar Elementary School, Wiggs Middle School and Mesita Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79902, TX?
3 public elementary schools are located in 79902, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in 79902, TX?
79902, TX public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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