For the 2025 school year, there are 23 public elementary schools serving 17,357 students in 79928, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79928, TX are John Drugan School, Horizon Heights Elementary School and Idea Horizon Vista College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79928 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79928, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79928, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Drugan School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12451 Pellicano
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-6800
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-6800
Grades: PK-8
| 982 students
Rank: #22.
Horizon Heights Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13601 Ryderwood Ave
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-7400
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-7400
Grades: PK-5
| 934 students
Rank: #33.
Idea Horizon Vista College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 Horizon Crossing St
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 888-4300
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 888-4300
Grades: 6-9
| 345 students
Rank: #44.
Col John O Ensor Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13600 Ryderwood Ave
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-6000
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-6000
Grades: 6-8
| 1,021 students
Rank: #55.
Dr Sue A Shook School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13777 Paseo Del Este
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-7100
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-7100
Grades: PK-5
| 1,146 students
Rank: #66.
Harmony School Of Science - El Paso
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1730 Joe Battle Blvd
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 626-5086
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 626-5086
Grades: PK-9
| 1,123 students
Rank: #77.
James P Butler Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14251 Ralph Seitsinger Dr
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-8900
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-8900
Grades: PK-5
| 932 students
Rank: #88.
Idea Horizon Vista Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Horizon Crossing St
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 888-4300
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 888-4300
Grades: K-5
| 775 students
Rank: #99.
Montana Vista Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3550 Mark Jason Dr
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-5300
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-5300
Grades: PK-5
| 481 students
Rank: #1010.
Desert Hills Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 N Kenazo Ave
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4500
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 917 students
Rank: #1111.
Mission Ridge
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
150 N Nonap Dr
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-1699
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-1699
Grades: PK-5
| 1,018 students
Rank: #1212.
Red Sands Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4250 O Shea Dr
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-5400
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-5400
Grades: PK-5
| 573 students
Rank: #1313.
Ricardo Estrada Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
851 S Darrington Rd
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4800
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4800
Grades: 6-8
| 587 students
Rank: #1414.
Desert Wind Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Colina De Paz
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-7800
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-7800
Grades: PK-8
| 568 students
Rank: #1515.
Clint J H School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12625 Alameda Ave
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-8000
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-8000
Grades: 6-8
| 497 students
Rank: #1616.
Wm David Surratt Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12675 Alameda Ave
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-8200
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-8200
Grades: PK-5
| 917 students
Rank: #1717.
Carroll T Welch Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14510 Mcmahon Dr
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4400
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4400
Grades: PK-5
| 695 students
Rank: #1818.
Horizon Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Kenazo Ave
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4700
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4700
Grades: 6-8
| 666 students
Rank: #1919.
East Montana Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3490 Ascencion St
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-5200
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-5200
Grades: 6-8
| 550 students
Rank: #2020.
Frank Macias Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14400 Golden Eagle Dr
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4600
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 926-4600
Grades: PK-5
| 965 students
Rank: n/an/a
12901 Bob Hope
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-0000
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-0000
Grades: PK-5
| 934 students
Rank: n/an/a
12901 B Bob Hope
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 938-3000
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 938-3000
Grades: 6-8
| 653 students
Rank: n/an/a
Keys Academy
Alternative School
12380 Pine Springs
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-4000
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 937-4000
Grades: 6-12
| 78 students
79928, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Clint Isd Jjaep (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
7814 Alameda
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 434-9600
El Paso, TX 79928
(915) 434-9600
Grades: 12
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79928, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79928, TX include John Drugan School, Horizon Heights Elementary School and Idea Horizon Vista College Preparatory.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79928?
23 public elementary schools are located in 79928.
What is the racial composition of students in 79928?
79928 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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