For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 433 students in 79040, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 79040, TX are Gruver J High School, Gruver High School and Gruver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79040 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79040, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79040, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gruver J High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
405 Garrett Ave
Gruver, TX 79040
(806) 733-2081
Gruver, TX 79040
(806) 733-2081
Grades: 5-8
| 124 students
Rank: #22.
Gruver High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 Garrett Ave
Gruver, TX 79040
(806) 733-2477
Gruver, TX 79040
(806) 733-2477
Grades: 9-12
| 151 students
Rank: #33.
Gruver Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 Garrett Ave
Gruver, TX 79040
(806) 733-2031
Gruver, TX 79040
(806) 733-2031
Grades: PK-4
| 158 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79040, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79040, TX include Gruver J High School, Gruver High School and Gruver Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79040?
3 public schools are located in 79040.
What is the racial composition of students in 79040?
79040 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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