For the 2024 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 16,418 students in 79938, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 55 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 79938, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 79938, TX are Cactus Trails, Sgt Roberto Ituarte and Lujan-chavez Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79938 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79938, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79938, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cactus Trails
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14701 Ralph Seitsinger Dr
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 938-2602
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 938-2602
Grades: PK-5
| 1,013 students
Rank: #22.
Sgt Roberto Ituarte
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12860 Tierra Sonora
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-7000
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-7000
Grades: PK-5
| 766 students
Rank: #33.
Lujan-chavez Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 Sun Country Rd
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-8700
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-8700
Grades: PK-5
| 959 students
Rank: #44.
Idea Edgemere College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15101 Edgemere Blvd
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 201-1959
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 201-1959
Grades: 6-9
| 469 students
Rank: #55.
Idea Edgemere Academy
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15101 Edgemere Blvd
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 201-1959
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 201-1959
Grades: PK-4
| 973 students
Rank: #66.
Sgt Jose F Carrasco Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14900 Tierra Mirage
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 938-2400
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 938-2400
Grades: PK-5
| 951 students
Rank: #77.
Spec Rafael Hernando Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3451 Rich Beem Blvd
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-9800
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-9800
Grades: 6-8
| 822 students
Rank: #88.
Pebble Hills High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14400 Pebble Hills Blvd
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-9400
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-9400
Grades: 9-12
| 2,754 students
Rank: #99.
Sun Ridge Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2210 Sun Country Rd
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-6600
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-6600
Grades: 6-8
| 988 students
Rank: #1010.
Chester E Jordan
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13995 Jason Crandall Dr
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-8800
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-8800
Grades: PK-5
| 876 students
Rank: #1111.
Ssg Manuel R Puentes
(Math: 30% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3216 Tim Foster
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-9200
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-9200
Grades: 6-8
| 1,022 students
Rank: #1212.
Paso Del Norte Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12300 Tierra Este Rd
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-6200
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-6200
Grades: PK-5
| 806 students
Rank: #1313.
Purple Heart Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14400 Gr Campuzano
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 938-2200
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 938-2200
Grades: PK-5
| 963 students
Rank: #1414.
Hurshel Antwine Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3830 Rich Beem Blvd
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-6400
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-6400
Grades: 6-8
| 789 students
Rank: #1515.
El Dorado High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12401 Edgemere
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-3200
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-3200
Grades: 9-12
| 2,267 students
79938, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
14400 Pebble Hills
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-3200
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-3200
Grades: 9-10
| 1,047 students
3830 Rich Beem
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-6400
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 937-6400
Grades: 5-8
| 583 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79938, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79938, TX include Cactus Trails, Sgt Roberto Ituarte and Lujan-chavez Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79938, TX?
15 public schools are located in 79938, TX.
What percentage of students in 79938, TX go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 79938, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79938, TX?
79938, TX public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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