For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 395 students in 79745, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 79745, TX is Kermit High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 79745 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79745, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79745 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kermit High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79745, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kermit High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 E Tommy Thompson St
Kermit, TX 79745
(432) 586-1050
Kermit, TX 79745
(432) 586-1050
Gr: 9-12 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79745, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79745, TX include Kermit High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79745?
1 public high schools are located in 79745.
What is the racial composition of students in 79745?
79745 public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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