For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 718 students in 77859, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 77859, TX are Hearne Elementary School and Hearne Jh/hs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 77859 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 77859, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77859, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hearne Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1210 Hackberry St
Hearne, TX 77859
(979) 279-3341
Hearne, TX 77859
(979) 279-3341
Gr: PK-6 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Hearne Jh/hs
(Math: 13% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1201 W Brown St
Hearne, TX 77859
(979) 279-2332
Hearne, TX 77859
(979) 279-2332
Gr: 7-12 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 77859, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 77859, TX include Hearne Elementary School and Hearne Jh/hs.
How many public schools are located in 77859?
2 public schools are located in 77859.
What is the racial composition of students in 77859?
77859 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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