Best 76179 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 5,332 students in 76179, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 76179, TX are Boswell High School, Chisholm Trail High School and Elmer C Watson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 76179 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 76179, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 76179 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Boswell High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76179, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Boswell High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5805 W Bailey Boswell Rd
Fort Worth, TX 76179
(817) 237-3314
Gr: 9-12 | 2,683 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Chisholm Trail High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3100 Nw College Dr
Fort Worth, TX 76179
(817) 232-7112
Gr: 9-12 | 2,501 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Elmer C Watson High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5901 Hereford Dr
Fort Worth, TX 76179
(817) 238-7925
Gr: 9-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Alter Discipline Campus
Alternative School
5901 Hereford Dr
Fort Worth, TX 76179
(817) 238-7925
Gr: 6-12 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 76179, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 76179, TX include Boswell High School, Chisholm Trail High School and Elmer C Watson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 76179?
4 public high schools are located in 76179.
What is the racial composition of students in 76179?
76179 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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