For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 702 students in 79903, TX (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,112 private students). 39% 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 45% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79903, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Coldwell Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4101 Altura Ave
El Paso, TX 79903
(915) 236-8525
El Paso, TX 79903
(915) 236-8525
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
79903, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1000 N Grama St
El Paso, TX 79903
(915) 231-2620
El Paso, TX 79903
(915) 231-2620
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
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?
39% 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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