For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,255 students in 79705, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 79705, TX are Early College H S At Midland College and Legacy Freshman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79705 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79705, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79705 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Early College H S At Midland College, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79705, TX Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Early College H S At Midland College
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3600 N Garfield - Allison Fine
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-5000
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Legacy Freshman High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1400 E Oak Ave
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-2400
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 240-2400
Gr: 9 | 890 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79705, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79705, TX include Early College H S At Midland College and Legacy Freshman High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79705?
2 public high schools are located in 79705.
What is the racial composition of students in 79705?
79705 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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