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Best 79707 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,735 students in 79707, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 743 private students). 90% 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 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79707, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79707, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barbara Fasken Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5806 Val Verde
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-8400
Gr: PK-6 | 909 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Rusk Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2601 Wedgewood St
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-7800
Gr: PK-6 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Greathouse Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5107 Greathouse Ave
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-6900
Gr: PK-6 | 872 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Parker Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3800 Norwood St
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-7600
Gr: PK-6 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Abell J High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3201 Heritage Blvd
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-2600
Gr: 7-8 | 1,129 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
Bush Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5001 Preston Dr
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-6300
Gr: PK-6 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #77.
Scharbauer Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2115 Hereford Blvd
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-8000
Gr: PK-6 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #88.
Legacy High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3500 Neely Ave
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,735 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 78%

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?
8 public schools are located in 79707.
What percentage of students in 79707 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 79707 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79707?
79707 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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