8.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Abernathy, Texas

4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 4

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.0/10
Median household income: $69,250
Median home value: $150,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 26%
Owner-occupied homes: 79%

How Abernathy compares

Texas rank

#65 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.8

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$69k

93% of Texas median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Abernathy, Texas

Abernathy, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Abernathy perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Abernathy is Abernathy Middle with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Abernathy is served by 1 school district: ABERNATHY ISD. These districts collectively serve 812 students.

Abernathy's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,250. The poverty rate in the area is 6.4%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (4) Elementary (1) Middle (1) High (2)

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Filter by ZIP: 79311 (4)

Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	ABERNATHY EL 412 students · Pre-K–5th	412	Pre-K–5th	8.3

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	ABERNATHY MIDDLE 170 students · 6th–8th	170	6th–8th	8.6

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	ABERNATHY H S 225 students · 9th–12th	225	9th–12th	7.2
2	ABERNATHY DAEP 5 students · 8th–12th	5	8th–12th	—

Schools in Abernathy

Abernathy, Texas · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$69,250

Median Home Value

$150,400

Median Rent

$758/mo

Population

3,533

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

79%

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Community Profile

Abernathy has a median household income of $69,250. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $150,400, with a median rent of $758/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 4
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.0/10

Resources

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School District

ABERNATHY ISD

4 schools · 812 students

Nearby Cities

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10 mi

Shallowater (5 schools)

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Cotton Center (1 school)

11 mi

New Deal (4 schools)

13 mi

Petersburg (1 school)

12 mi

Plainview (8 schools)

Lewisville (2 schools)

Wolfforth (14 schools)

Other Major Cities in Texas

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Abernathy, Texas

How many schools are in Abernathy, Texas?

Abernathy has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Abernathy, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Abernathy is 8.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Abernathy, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Abernathy on MySchoolScout is Abernathy Middle with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Abernathy, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Abernathy on MySchoolScout is Abernathy EL with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Abernathy, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Abernathy on MySchoolScout is Abernathy Middle with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best high school in Abernathy, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Abernathy on MySchoolScout is Abernathy H S with a composite score of 7.2/10.

How many school districts serve Abernathy, Texas?

Abernathy is served by 1 school district: Abernathy ISD.

What is the education level in Abernathy, Texas?

According to Census data, 26% of adults in Abernathy have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Abernathy, Texas?

The median household income in Abernathy is approximately $69,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Abernathy, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Abernathy is 11.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Abernathy, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.