For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 55 students in 76501, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 76501, TX is Wheatley Alternative Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 76501 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 76501, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76501, TX Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wheatley Alternative Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
515 E Ave D
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-5665
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-5665
Gr: 1-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
76501, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1717 East Ave J
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-7475
Temple, TX 76501
(254) 215-7475
Gr: PK-4 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 76501, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 76501, TX include Wheatley Alternative Education Center.
How many public high schools are located in 76501?
1 public high schools are located in 76501.
What is the racial composition of students in 76501?
76501 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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