For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 390 students in 79839, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79839, TX are Fort Hancock High School and Benito Martinez Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79839 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79839, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79839, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Hancock High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 School Dr
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3811
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3811
Gr: 7-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Benito Martinez Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 School Dr
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3913
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3913
Gr: PK-6 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
79839, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 School Dr
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3868
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3868
Gr: 6-8 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
P O Box 98
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3867
Fort Hancock, TX 79839
(915) 769-3867
Gr: PK-12 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79839, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79839, TX include Fort Hancock High School and Benito Martinez Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79839?
2 public schools are located in 79839.
What is the racial composition of students in 79839?
79839 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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