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Best 79842 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 59 students in 79842, TX.

The top-ranked public school in 79842, TX is Marathon Independent School District. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 79842 have an score of 54% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79842, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.

Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79842, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Marathon Independent School District

(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
:

Top 50%

109 Ne 5th St
Marathon, TX 79842
(432) 386-4431

Gr: PK-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 66%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 79842, TX?

The top-ranked public schools in 79842, TX include Marathon Independent School District.

How many public schools are located in 79842?

1 public schools are located in 79842.

What is the racial composition of students in 79842?

79842 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).