For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 792 students in 79903, TX (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,112 private students). 42% of all K-12 students in 79903, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 79903, TX are Hillside Elementary School and Coldwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79903 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79903, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79903, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4500 Clifton Ave
El Paso, TX 79903
(915) 587-2560
El Paso, TX 79903
(915) 587-2560
Grades: PK-5
| 398 students
Rank: #22.
Coldwell Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4101 Altura Ave
El Paso, TX 79903
(915) 236-8525
El Paso, TX 79903
(915) 236-8525
Grades: PK-5
| 394 students
79903, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1000 N Grama St
El Paso, TX 79903
(915) 231-2620
El Paso, TX 79903
(915) 231-2620
Grades: PK-5
| 299 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79903, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79903, TX include Hillside Elementary School and Coldwell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79903?
2 public schools are located in 79903.
What percentage of students in 79903 go to public school?
42% of all K-12 students in 79903 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79903?
79903 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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