For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,196 students in 79603, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79603, TX are Stafford Elementary School, Abilene High School and Martinez Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79603 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79603, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79603, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stafford Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1026 N Pioneer Dr
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4895
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4895
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Abilene High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2800 N 6th St
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 677-1731
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 677-1731
Gr: 9-12 | 1,798 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Martinez Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1250 Merchant St
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 794-4160
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 794-4160
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Purcell Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3633 N 14th St
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4845
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4845
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Mann Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2545 Mimosa Dr
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 672-8493
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 672-8493
Gr: 6-8 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Ortiz Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2550 Vogel
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4945
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4945
Gr: PK-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
3600 Sherry Ln
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4920
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 671-4920
Gr: PK | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
Taylor County Learning Center
Alternative School
2002 Jameson St
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 794-4150
Abilene, TX 79603
(325) 794-4150
Gr: 6-12 | 26 students Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79603, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79603, TX include Stafford Elementary School, Abilene High School and Martinez Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79603?
8 public schools are located in 79603.
What is the racial composition of students in 79603?
79603 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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