For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,751 students in 79602, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 79602, TX are Academy For Technology Engineering Math & Science, Juvenile Detention Center and Oceans Behavioral Health. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79602 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79602, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79602, TX 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy For Technology Engineering Math & Science
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2034 Quantum Loop
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 794-4140
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 794-4140
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
889 S 25th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4648
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4648
Gr: 7-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Oceans Behavioral Health
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4225 Woods Pl
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 698-6600
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 698-6600
Gr: 7-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1240 Lakeside Dr
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4995
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4995
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #55.
Bowie Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2034 Jeanette St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4770
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4770
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
Daep
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
625 S 8th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 794-4150
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 794-4150
Gr: 6-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
4709 Oldham Ln
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 437-2340
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 437-2340
Gr: 4-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
79602, Texas 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1929 S 11th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(915) 671-4745
Abilene, TX 79602
(915) 671-4745
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Day Nursery Of Abilene (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
625 S 8th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4569
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4569
Gr: PK | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
1741 S 14th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(915) 677-3505
Abilene, TX 79602
(915) 677-3505
Gr: 6-8 | 286 students Minority enrollment: 46%
1699 S 1st St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 672-3279
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 672-3279
Gr: 6-8 | 710 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Locust Ecc (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
625 S 8th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4569
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4569
Gr: PK | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Reassignment Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1101 S 9th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4648
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4648
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79602, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79602, TX include Academy For Technology Engineering Math & Science, Juvenile Detention Center and Oceans Behavioral Health.
How many public schools are located in 79602?
8 public schools are located in 79602.
What is the racial composition of students in 79602?
79602 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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