Top 5 Best 79707 Texas Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,245 students in 79707, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 719 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 79707, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 79707, TX are Barbara Fasken Elementary School, Rusk Elementary School and Greathouse Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79707 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 79707, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79707, TX Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barbara Fasken Elementary School
Math: 45% | Reading: 43%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5806 Val Verde
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-8400
Grades: PK-6
| 885 students
Rank: #22.
Rusk Elementary School
Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2601 Wedgewood St
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-7800
Grades: PK-6
| 392 students
Rank: #33.
Greathouse Elementary School
Math: 43% | Reading: 39%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5107 Greathouse Ave
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-6900
Grades: PK-6
| 839 students
Rank: #44.
Parker Elementary School
Math: 42% | Reading: 36%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3800 Norwood St
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-7600
Grades: PK-6
| 533 students
Rank: #55.
Abell J High School
Math: 32% | Reading: 43%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3201 Heritage Blvd
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 689-6204
Grades: 7-8
| 1,109 students
Rank: #66.
Bush Elementary School
Math: 36% | Reading: 39%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5001 Preston Dr
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-6300
Grades: PK-6
| 512 students
Rank: #77.
Legacy High School
Math: 35-39% | Reading: 3%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3500 Neely Ave
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 689-1600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,339 students
Rank: #88.
Scharbauer Elementary School
Math: 25% | Reading: 24%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2115 Hereford Blvd
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-8000
Grades: PK-6
| 636 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 79707, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79707, TX include Barbara Fasken Elementary School, Rusk Elementary School and Greathouse Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79707, TX?
8 public schools are located in 79707, TX.
What percentage of students in 79707, TX go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 79707, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79707, TX?
79707, TX public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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