For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 130 students in 79042, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 79042, TX is Happy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 79042 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79042, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79042 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Happy High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79042, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Happy High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 Nw 3rd
Happy, TX 79042
(806) 558-5311
Happy, TX 79042
(806) 558-5311
Gr: 7-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79042, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79042, TX include Happy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79042?
1 public high schools are located in 79042.
What is the racial composition of students in 79042?
79042 public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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