For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,865 students in 79838, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79838, TX are Johanna Odonnell Intermediate School, Fabens Middle School and Fabens High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79838 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79838, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79838, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johanna Odonnell Intermediate School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 N E Camp
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2640
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2640
Gr: 3-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Fabens Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
800 Walker
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2630
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2630
Gr: 6-8 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Fabens High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 Ne Ave G
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2620
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2620
Gr: 9-12 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #44.
Fabens Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Mike Maros
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2650
Fabens, TX 79838
(915) 765-2650
Gr: PK-2 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79838, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79838, TX include Johanna Odonnell Intermediate School, Fabens Middle School and Fabens High School.
How many public schools are located in 79838?
4 public schools are located in 79838.
What is the racial composition of students in 79838?
79838 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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