For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 243 students in 79250, TX.
The top-ranked public school in 79250, TX is Petersburg School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 79250 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79250, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79250, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Petersburg School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1411 W 4th
Petersburg, TX 79250
(806) 667-3585
Petersburg, TX 79250
(806) 667-3585
Gr: PK-12 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
79250, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hale County Jjaep (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
1200 Houston St
Petersburg, TX 79250
(806) 291-5321
Petersburg, TX 79250
(806) 291-5321
Petersburg Daep Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1200 Houston St
Petersburg, TX 79250
(806) 291-5321
Petersburg, TX 79250
(806) 291-5321
Gr: 9 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79250, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79250, TX include Petersburg School.
How many public schools are located in 79250?
1 public schools are located in 79250.
What is the racial composition of students in 79250?
79250 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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