Best Hamilton County Public High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 582 students in Hamilton County, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in Hamilton County, TX are Hamilton High School and Hico High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton County, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Hamilton County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public high schools.
Hamilton County, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hamilton High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Hamilton County (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
610 S College
Hamilton, TX 76531
(254) 386-8167
Gr: 9-12 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Hico High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
901 Cedar
Hico, TX 76457
(254) 796-2184
Gr: 6-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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Hamilton County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
805 Tiger Rd
Hico, TX 76457
(254) 796-2182
Gr: 6-8 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
P O Box 218
Hico, TX 76457
(254) 796-2184
Gr: 9-12 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Hamilton County, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Hamilton County, TX include Hamilton High School and Hico High School.
How many public high schools are located in Hamilton County?
2 public high schools are located in Hamilton County.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamilton County?
Hamilton County public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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