For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 485 students in 79853, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79853, TX are Tornillo Intermediate School and Tornillo J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79853 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79853, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79853, TX Public Elementary 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79853, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79853, TX include Tornillo Intermediate School and Tornillo J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79853?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79853.
What is the racial composition of students in 79853?
79853 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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