For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 400 students in 79245, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 79245, TX are Memphis Middle School, Austin Elementary School and Memphis High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79245 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79245, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79245, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Memphis Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1110 N 16th St
Memphis, TX 79245
(806) 259-5920
Memphis, TX 79245
(806) 259-5920
Grades: 6-8
| 84 students
Rank: #22.
Austin Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
515 S 9th St
Memphis, TX 79245
(806) 259-5930
Memphis, TX 79245
(806) 259-5930
Grades: 1-5
| 113 students
Rank: #33.
Memphis High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1501 High St
Memphis, TX 79245
(806) 259-5910
Memphis, TX 79245
(806) 259-5910
Grades: 9-12
| 137 students
Rank: n/an/a
710 N 12th St
Memphis, TX 79245
(806) 259-5940
Memphis, TX 79245
(806) 259-5940
Grades: PK-K
| 66 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79245, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79245, TX include Memphis Middle School, Austin Elementary School and Memphis High School.
How many public schools are located in 79245?
4 public schools are located in 79245.
What is the racial composition of students in 79245?
79245 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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