For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 5,161 students in 79606, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79606, TX are Wylie West Elementary School, Wylie East J High School and Wylie West J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79606 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79606, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79606, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wylie West Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7650 Hardwick Rd
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 692-6554
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 692-6554
Gr: K-2 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Wylie East J High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1682 Colony Hill Rd
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 437-2360
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 437-2360
Gr: 6-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Wylie West J High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4134 Beltway S
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 695-1910
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 695-1910
Gr: 5-8 | 1,038 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Wylie West Intermediate School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3158 Beltway S
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 692-7961
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 692-7961
Gr: 3-4 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Wylie East Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7401 Maple St
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 437-2330
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 437-2330
Gr: K-3 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Dyess Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6733 Jennings Dr
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3795
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3795
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #77.
Ward Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3750 Paint Brush
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3666
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3666
Gr: K-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #88.
Bassetti Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5749 Hwy 277 S
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3720
Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 690-3720
Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79606, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79606, TX include Wylie West Elementary School, Wylie East J High School and Wylie West J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79606?
8 public elementary schools are located in 79606.
What is the racial composition of students in 79606?
79606 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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