For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 705 students in 76856, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 76856, TX are Mason High School, Mason J High School and Mason Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76856 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76856, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76856, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mason High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1105 W College Ave
Mason, TX 76856
(325) 347-1122
Mason, TX 76856
(325) 347-1122
Gr: 9-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Mason J High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
807 W College Ave
Mason, TX 76856
(325) 347-1122
Mason, TX 76856
(325) 347-1122
Gr: 5-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Mason Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
807 W College Ave
Mason, TX 76856
(325) 347-1122
Mason, TX 76856
(325) 347-1122
Gr: PK-4 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 76856, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76856, TX include Mason High School, Mason J High School and Mason Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 76856?
3 public schools are located in 76856.
What is the racial composition of students in 76856?
76856 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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