Best 79605 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,570 students in 79605, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 79605, TX is Cooper High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 79605 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79605, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79605 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is equal to the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cooper High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79605, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cooper High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3639 Sayles Blvd
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 691-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,570 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79605, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79605, TX include Cooper High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79605?
1 public high schools are located in 79605.
What is the racial composition of students in 79605?
79605 public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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