Best Public Schools in 79605 (Abilene, TX) (2026)

Best 79605 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,818 students in 79605, TX (there are , serving 353 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 79605, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).

The top-ranked public schools in 79605, TX are Alcorta Elementary School, Austin Elementary School and Clack Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 79605 have an score of 30% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79605, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.

Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79605, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Alcorta Elementary School

(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
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2650 S 32nd St
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 690-3602

Gr: K-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%

Rank: #22.

Austin Elementary School

(Math: 38% | Reading: 51%)
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2341 Greenbriar Dr
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 690-3920

Gr: PK-5 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Rank: #33.

Clack Middle School

(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
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1610 Corsicana Ave
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 692-1961

Gr: 6-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%

Rank: #44.

Madison Middle School

(Math: 27% | Reading: 37%)
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3145 Barrow St
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 692-5661

Gr: 6-8 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%

Rank: #55.

Bonham Elementary School

(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
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717 Buccaneer Dr
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 690-3745

Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

Rank: #66.

Cooper High School

(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
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3639 Sayles Blvd
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 691-1000

Gr: 9-12 | 1,596 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%

Rank: n/an/a

Crockett Early Headstart

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3282 S 13th
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 690-3770

Gr: PK | 132 students Minority enrollment: 93%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 79605 Texas

79605, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Early Education Services (Closed 2018)

Alternative School

2970 S 6th St
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 677-8623

Gr: PK-12

Reagan Early Childhood (Closed 2018)

5340 Hartford St
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 671-4569

Gr: PK | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 56%

Reagan Elementary School (Closed 2023)

5340 Hartford St
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 690-3627

Gr: K-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Sp Ed Homebound (Closed 2011)

Alternative School

2970 S 6th St
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 677-8623

Gr: PK-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 79605, TX?

The top-ranked public schools in 79605, TX include Alcorta Elementary School, Austin Elementary School and Clack Middle School.

How many public schools are located in 79605?

7 public schools are located in 79605.

What percentage of students in 79605 go to public school?

93% of all K-12 students in 79605 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).

What is the racial composition of students in 79605?

79605 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).