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 Mcwhorter 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 37% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), 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
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rutherford Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1607 Sierra Dr
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 290-4060
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 290-4060
Grades: PK-5
| 748 students
Rank: #22.
Hanby Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
480 Gross Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5040
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5040
Grades: PK-5
| 764 students
Rank: #33.
Mcwhorter Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Hickory Tree Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7020
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7020
Grades: PK-5
| 541 students
Rank: #44.
Black Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
328 E Newsom St
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7240
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7240
Grades: PK-5
| 626 students
Rank: #55.
Galloway Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Clary Dr
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5101
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5101
Grades: PK-5
| 441 students
Rank: #66.
Agnew Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
729 Wilkinson Dr
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5750
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5750
Grades: 6-8
| 1,068 students
Rank: #77.
Lanny Frasier Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2250 W Scyene Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 288-6411
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 288-6411
Grades: 6-8
| 998 students
Rank: #88.
Smith Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Mesquite Valley Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7080
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7080
Grades: PK-5
| 553 students
Rank: #99.
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
Grades: PK-5
| 636 students
Rank: #1010.
Rugel Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2701 Sybil Dr
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7260
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7260
Grades: K-5
| 281 students
Rank: #1111.
Moss Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1208 New Market Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7130
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7130
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: #1212.
Wilkinson Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Crest Park Dr
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5950
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-5950
Grades: 6-8
| 643 students
Rank: #1313.
Seabourn Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Sandy Ln
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7040
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7040
Grades: PK-5
| 635 students
Rank: #1414.
West Mesquite High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Memorial Pkwy
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7600
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,082 students
Rank: #1515.
Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
253 W Lawson Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 290-4200
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 290-4200
Grades: PK-5
| 856 students
Rank: #1616.
Floyd Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3025 Hickory Tree Rd
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7100
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7100
Grades: PK-5
| 491 students
Rank: #1717.
Mesquite High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 E Davis St
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7800
Mesquite, TX 75149
(972) 882-7800
Grades: 9-12
| 2,405 students
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 Mcwhorter 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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