For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 496 students in 79316, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 79316, TX are Brownfield High School and Brownfield Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79316 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79316, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79316 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Brownfield High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79316, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brownfield High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
702 Cub Dr
Brownfield, TX 79316
(806) 637-4523
Brownfield, TX 79316
(806) 637-4523
Gr: 9-12 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Brownfield Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1004 E Broadway
Brownfield, TX 79316
(806) 637-2591
Brownfield, TX 79316
(806) 637-2591
Gr: 9-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
79316, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1202 Seagraves Rd
Brownfield, TX 79316
(806) 637-0757
Brownfield, TX 79316
(806) 637-0757
Gr: PK | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79316, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79316, TX include Brownfield High School and Brownfield Education Center.
How many public high schools are located in 79316?
2 public high schools are located in 79316.
What is the racial composition of students in 79316?
79316 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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