For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,798 students in 79703, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 250 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 79703, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 79703, TX are Henderson Elementary School, Bonham Elementary School and Long Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79703 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79703, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79703, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Henderson Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4800 Graceland Dr
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 240-7000
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 240-7000
Gr: PK-6 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Bonham Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
909 Bonham St
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 240-6000
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 240-6000
Gr: PK-6 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Long Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4200 Cedar Spring Dr
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 240-7400
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 240-7400
Gr: PK-6 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Jones Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4919 Shadylane Dr
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 240-7200
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 240-7200
Gr: PK-6 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Alamo J High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3800 W Storey Ave
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 240-2800
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 240-2800
Gr: 7-8 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Burnet Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 S Raymond Rd
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 240-6200
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 240-6200
Gr: PK-6 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Texas Leadership Of Midland
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Thomas Ave
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 242-7117
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 242-7117
Gr: K-12 | 888 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #88.
Richard Milburn Academy Midland
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1305 N Midland Dr
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 203-9829
Midland, TX 79703
(432) 203-9829
Gr: 9-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79703, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79703, TX include Henderson Elementary School, Bonham Elementary School and Long Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79703?
8 public schools are located in 79703.
What percentage of students in 79703 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 79703 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79703?
79703 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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