For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 808 students in 79311, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79311, TX are Abernathy Middle School, Abernathy Elementary School and Abernathy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79311 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79311, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79311, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Abernathy Middle School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
505 7th St
Abernathy, TX 79311
(806) 298-4921
Abernathy, TX 79311
(806) 298-4921
Gr: 6-8 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Abernathy Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
505 7th St
Abernathy, TX 79311
(806) 298-4930
Abernathy, TX 79311
(806) 298-4930
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Abernathy High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
505 7th St
Abernathy, TX 79311
(806) 298-4902
Abernathy, TX 79311
(806) 298-4902
Gr: 9-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79311, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79311, TX include Abernathy Middle School, Abernathy Elementary School and Abernathy High School.
How many public schools are located in 79311?
3 public schools are located in 79311.
What is the racial composition of students in 79311?
79311 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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