Best 79536 Texas Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 329 students in 79536, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 79536, TX are Merkel High School and Taylor County Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79536 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79536, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79536 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Merkel 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79536, TX Public High Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Merkel High School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2000 S 7th St
Merkel, TX 79536
(325) 928-4667
Grades: 9-12
| 327 students
Rank: n/an/a
Taylor County Learning Center
Alternative School
889 S 25th
Merkel, TX 79536
(325) 928-5813
Grades: 8-9
| 2 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 79536 Texas

79536, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1601 S 3rd
Merkel, TX 79536
(325) 928-5464
Grades: 3-4
| 168 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 79536, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 79536, TX include Merkel High School and Taylor County Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 79536, TX?
2 public high schools are located in 79536, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in 79536, TX?
79536, TX public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

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