For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 195 students in 79529, TX.
The top-ranked public school in 79529, TX is Knox City School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 79529 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79529, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79529, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Knox City School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 N 4th St
Knox City, TX 79529
(940) 657-3565
Knox City, TX 79529
(940) 657-3565
Gr: PK-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
79529, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 N 4th
Knox City, TX 79529
(940) 657-3147
Knox City, TX 79529
(940) 657-3147
Gr: PK-4 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
711 9th St
Knox City, TX 79529
(940) 657-3731
Knox City, TX 79529
(940) 657-3731
Gr: 5-8 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79529, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79529, TX include Knox City School.
How many public schools are located in 79529?
1 public schools are located in 79529.
What is the racial composition of students in 79529?
79529 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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