For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,871 students in 79707, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79707, TX are Barbara Fasken Elementary School, Rusk Elementary School and Greathouse Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79707 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79707, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79707, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barbara Fasken Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5806 Val Verde
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-8400
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-8400
Gr: PK-6 | 909 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Rusk Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2601 Wedgewood St
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-7800
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-7800
Gr: PK-6 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Greathouse Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5107 Greathouse Ave
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-6900
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-6900
Gr: PK-6 | 872 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Parker Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Norwood St
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-7600
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-7600
Gr: PK-6 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Bush Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5001 Preston Dr
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-6300
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-6300
Gr: PK-6 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Scharbauer Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2115 Hereford Blvd
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-8000
Midland, TX 79707
(432) 240-8000
Gr: PK-6 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79707, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79707, TX include Barbara Fasken Elementary School, Rusk Elementary School and Greathouse Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79707?
6 public elementary schools are located in 79707.
What is the racial composition of students in 79707?
79707 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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