For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,075 students in 79705, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79705, TX are Emerson Elementary School, Santa Rita Elementary School and Fannin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79705 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79705, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79705, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2800 Moss Ave
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-6700
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-6700
Gr: PK-6 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Santa Rita Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5306 Whitman St
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-7900
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-7900
Gr: PK-6 | 835 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Fannin Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Fannin Ave
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-6800
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-6800
Gr: PK-6 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Pease Communications/technology Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 E Magnolia Ave
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-7700
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-7700
Gr: PK-6 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Milam Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 E Dormard Ave
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-7500
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-7500
Gr: PK-6 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79705, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79705, TX include Emerson Elementary School, Santa Rita Elementary School and Fannin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79705?
5 public elementary schools are located in 79705.
What is the racial composition of students in 79705?
79705 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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