For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,611 students in 79905, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 79905, TX are Silva Health Magnet, Jefferson High School and Bowie High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79905 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79905, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79905 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Silva Health Magnet, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79905, TX Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Silva Health Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
121 Val Verde St
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 236-7400
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 236-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4700 Alameda Ave
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 236-7400
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 236-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,040 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Bowie High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
801 S San Marcial St
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 236-7000
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 236-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,007 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Delta Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6400 Delta
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 236-8975
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 236-8975
Gr: 7-11 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
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School
Location
Quick Facts
320 S Piedras St
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 496-8120
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 496-8120
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
4400 Blanco Ave
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 351-3260
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 351-3260
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 79905, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 79905, TX include Silva Health Magnet, Jefferson High School and Bowie High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79905?
4 public high schools are located in 79905.
What is the racial composition of students in 79905?
79905 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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