For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 223 students in 79843, TX.
The top-ranked public school in 79843, TX is Marfa Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 79843 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79843, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79843, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marfa Schools
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 N Gonzales St
Marfa, TX 79843
(432) 729-5500
Marfa, TX 79843
(432) 729-5500
Gr: PK-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
79843, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
413 West Columbia St
Marfa, TX 79843
(432) 729-4252
Marfa, TX 79843
(432) 729-4252
Gr: PK-6 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79843, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79843, TX include Marfa Schools.
How many public schools are located in 79843?
1 public schools are located in 79843.
What is the racial composition of students in 79843?
79843 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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