For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,285 students in 79838, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79838, TX are Johanna Odonnell Intermediate School, Fabens Middle School and Fabens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79838 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79838, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79838, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johanna Odonnell Intermediate School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 N E Camp
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2640
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2640
Gr: 4-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #22.
Fabens Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
800 Walker
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2630
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2630
Gr: 6-8 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Fabens Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Mike Maros
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2650
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2650
Gr: PK-3 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
79838, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
600 Ne 4th St
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2600
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2600
Gr: 9 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
300 N E Camp
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 764-2712
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 764-2712
Gr: PK-3 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
810 N E Camp
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 764-3330
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 764-3330
Gr: PK-3 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79838, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79838, TX include Johanna Odonnell Intermediate School, Fabens Middle School and Fabens Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79838?
3 public elementary schools are located in 79838.
What is the racial composition of students in 79838?
79838 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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