For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,973 students in 79706, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79706, TX are Barbara Yarbrough Elementary School, Greenwood Intermediate School and James R Brooks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79706 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79706, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79706, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barbara Yarbrough Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6000 Riverfront Dr
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 240-8500
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 240-8500
Gr: PK-6 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Greenwood Intermediate School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2719 Fm 1379
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 683-6461
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 683-6461
Gr: 3-5 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
James R Brooks Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2511 Fm 1379
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 683-6461
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 683-6461
Gr: 6-8 | 799 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Greenwood High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2600 Fm 1379
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 683-6461
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 683-6461
Gr: 9-12 | 848 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10800 Hwy 307
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 253-6700
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 253-6700
Gr: PK-2 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
79706, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10800 Hwy 307
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 685-7819
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 685-7819
Gr: 4-6 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79706, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79706, TX include Barbara Yarbrough Elementary School, Greenwood Intermediate School and James R Brooks Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 79706?
5 public schools are located in 79706.
What is the racial composition of students in 79706?
79706 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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