For the 2025 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 14,127 students in 75149, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 337 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 75149, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 75149, TX are Rutherford Elementary School, Hanby Elementary School and Seabourn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75149 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75149, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75149, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rutherford Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1607 Sierra Dr
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 290-4060
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 290-4060
Gr: PK-5 | 748 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Hanby Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
480 Gross Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5040
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5040
Gr: PK-5 | 764 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Seabourn Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2300 Sandy Ln
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7040
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7040
Gr: PK-5 | 635 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Galloway Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Clary Dr
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5101
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5101
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Mcwhorter Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Hickory Tree Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7020
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7020
Gr: PK-5 | 541 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Lanny Frasier Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2250 W Scyene Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 288-6411
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 288-6411
Gr: 6-8 | 998 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Agnew Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
729 Wilkinson Dr
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5750
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5750
Gr: 6-8 | 1,068 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
Black Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
328 E Newsom St
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7240
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7240
Gr: PK-5 | 626 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #99.
Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
253 W Lawson Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 290-4200
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 290-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 856 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1010.
Rugel Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2701 Sybil Dr
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7260
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7260
Gr: K-5 | 281 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1111.
Wilkinson Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Crest Park Dr
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5950
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5950
Gr: 6-8 | 643 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1212.
Tisinger Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1701 Hillcrest St
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5120
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5120
Gr: PK-5 | 636 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1313.
Smith Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Mesquite Valley Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7080
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7080
Gr: PK-5 | 553 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1414.
Floyd Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3025 Hickory Tree Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7100
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7100
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1515.
West Mesquite High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Memorial Pkwy
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7600
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,082 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1616.
Mesquite High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 E Davis St
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7800
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,405 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1717.
Moss Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1208 New Market Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7130
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7130
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 75149, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 75149, TX include Rutherford Elementary School, Hanby Elementary School and Seabourn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75149?
17 public schools are located in 75149.
What percentage of students in 75149 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 75149 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75149?
75149 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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