Best Hico Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 643 students in Hico, TX.
The top ranked public schools in Hico, TX are Hico Elementary School and Hico High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hico, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Hico have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Hico, TX (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hico Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9th And Cherry St
Hico, TX 76457
(254) 796-2183
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
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 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
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Hico, Texas 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 schools in Hico, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Hico, TX include Hico Elementary School and Hico High School.
How many public schools are located in Hico?
2 public schools are located in Hico.
What is the racial composition of students in Hico?
Hico public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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