For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,344 students in 79602, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79602, TX are Thomas Elementary School, Bowie Elementary School and Daep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 79602 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79602, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79602, TX ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: K-5
| 389 students
Rank: #22.
Bowie Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2034 Jeanette St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4770
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4770
Grades: PK-5
| 478 students
Rank: #33.
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
Grades: 6-12
| 96 students
Rank: n/an/a
4709 Oldham Ln
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 437-2340
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 437-2340
Grades: 4-5
| 381 students
79602, Texas ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1929 S 11th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(915) 671-4745
Abilene, TX 79602
(915) 671-4745
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Day Nursery Of Abilene (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
625 S 8th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4569
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4569
Grades: PK
| 53 students
1741 S 14th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(915) 677-3505
Abilene, TX 79602
(915) 677-3505
Grades: 6-8
| 286 students
1699 S 1st St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 672-3279
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 672-3279
Grades: 6-8
| 710 students
Locust Ecc (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
625 S 8th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4569
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4569
Grades: PK
| 346 students
Reassignment Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1101 S 9th St
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4648
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4648
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79602, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79602, TX include Thomas Elementary School, Bowie Elementary School and Daep.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79602?
4 public elementary schools are located in 79602.
What is the racial composition of students in 79602?
79602 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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