For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,977 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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79707, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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 | 964 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
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 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
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 | 897 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
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 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
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 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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