For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 3,082 students in 79706, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79706, TX are Greenwood Intermediate School, Barbara Yarbrough Elementary School and James R Brooks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79706 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79706, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79706, TX Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Greenwood Intermediate School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2719 Fm 1379
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 683-6461
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 683-6461
Grades: 3-5
| 781 students
Rank: #22.
Barbara Yarbrough Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6000 Riverfront Dr
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 240-8500
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 240-8500
Grades: PK-6
| 750 students
Rank: #33.
James R Brooks Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2511 Fm 1379
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 683-6461
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 683-6461
Grades: 6-8
| 756 students
Rank: #44.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10800 Hwy 307
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 253-6700
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 253-6700
Grades: PK-2
| 795 students
79706, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10800 Hwy 307
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 685-7819
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 685-7819
Grades: 4-6
| 405 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79706, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79706, TX include Greenwood Intermediate School, Barbara Yarbrough Elementary School and James R Brooks Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79706?
4 public elementary schools are located in 79706.
What is the racial composition of students in 79706?
79706 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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