For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 802 students in 79603, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in 79603, TX is Mann Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 79603 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 79603, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79603, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mann Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2545 Mimosa Dr
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 672-8493
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 672-8493
Gr: 6-8 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Taylor County Learning Center
Alternative School
2002 Jameson St
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 794-4150
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 794-4150
Gr: 6-12 | 26 students Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 79603, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 79603, TX include Mann Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 79603?
2 public middle schools are located in 79603.
What is the racial composition of students in 79603?
79603 public middle schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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