Best 79601 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,546 students in 79601, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 439 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 79601, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).

The top-ranked public schools in 79601, TX are Taylor Elementary School, Craig Middle School and Woodson Center For Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 79601 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79601, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.

Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).