For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,418 students in 79072, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 79072, TX is Plainview High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 79072 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79072, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79072 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Plainview High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79072, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plainview High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Quincy St
Plainview, TX 79072
(806) 293-6005
Plainview, TX 79072
(806) 293-6005
Gr: 9-12 | 1,418 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79072, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79072, TX include Plainview High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79072?
1 public high schools are located in 79072.
What is the racial composition of students in 79072?
79072 public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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