For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 726 students in 79853, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79853, TX are Tornillo Intermediate School, Tornillo J High School and Tornillo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79853 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79853, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 79853, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tornillo Intermediate School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Oil Mill
Tornillo, TX 79853
(915) 765-3051
Tornillo, TX 79853
(915) 765-3051
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Tornillo J High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
420 Oil Mill Rd
Tornillo, TX 79853
(915) 765-3450
Tornillo, TX 79853
(915) 765-3450
Gr: 6-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Tornillo High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
430 D Oil Mill
Tornillo, TX 79853
(915) 765-3550
Tornillo, TX 79853
(915) 765-3550
Gr: 9-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79853, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79853, TX include Tornillo Intermediate School, Tornillo J High School and Tornillo High School.
How many public schools are located in 79853?
3 public schools are located in 79853.
What is the racial composition of students in 79853?
79853 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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