Best 79035 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,016 students in 79035, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79035, TX are Friona High School, Friona J High School and Friona Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79035 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79035, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79035, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Friona High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
810 Chieftain Way
Friona, TX 79035
(806) 250-3951
Gr: 9-12 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Friona J High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1001 Euclid
Friona, TX 79035
(806) 250-2788
Gr: 6-8 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Friona Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
200 W 8th
Friona, TX 79035
(806) 250-3340
Gr: 2-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Friona Primary
300 W 8th
Friona, TX 79035
(806) 250-3935
Gr: PK-1 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 79035, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79035, TX include Friona High School, Friona J High School and Friona Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79035?
4 public schools are located in 79035.
What is the racial composition of students in 79035?
79035 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Recent Articles

What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
Discover how rising e-bike use and increasing traffic are changing school commutes, and what parents should evaluate before choosing a public school.
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
Learn how to evaluate a public school's safety beyond lockdown drills, including school climate, emergency planning, mental health support, and communication.
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
Learn how to evaluate a public school's special education capacity before enrolling your child, from staffing and IEP implementation to inclusion and support services.

Quick Links