For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 100 students in 79851, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 79851, TX is Sierra Blanca School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 79851 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79851, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79851, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sierra Blanca School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Sierra Blanca Ave
Sierra Blanca, TX 79851
(915) 741-2781
Sierra Blanca, TX 79851
(915) 741-2781
Gr: PK-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79851, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79851, TX include Sierra Blanca School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79851?
1 public elementary schools are located in 79851.
What is the racial composition of students in 79851?
79851 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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