For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 480 students in 79602, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 79602, TX are Academy For Technology Engineering Math & Science and Juvenile Detention Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79602 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79602, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79602 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Academy For Technology Engineering Math & Science, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79602, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy For Technology Engineering Math & Science
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2034 Quantum Loop
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 794-4140
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 794-4140
Gr: 9-12 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
889 S 25th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4648
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4648
Gr: 7-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Triumph Public High Schools-abilene
Charter School
221 Oak St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 261-0158
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 261-0158
Gr: 9-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79602, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79602, TX include Academy For Technology Engineering Math & Science and Juvenile Detention Center.
How many public high schools are located in 79602?
3 public high schools are located in 79602.
What is the racial composition of students in 79602?
79602 public high schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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