For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 227 students in 79839, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 79839, TX is Benito Martinez Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 79839 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79839, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79839, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benito Martinez Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 School Dr
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3913
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3913
Gr: PK-6 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
79839, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 School Dr
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3868
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3868
Gr: 6-8 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
P O Box 98
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3867
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3867
Gr: PK-12 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79839, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79839, TX include Benito Martinez Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79839?
1 public elementary schools are located in 79839.
What is the racial composition of students in 79839?
79839 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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