For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 274 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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79250, TX Public Schools (2025)
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 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
79250, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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