For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 144 students in 79561, TX.
The top-ranked public school in 79561, TX is Trent Independent School District. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 79561 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79561, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79561, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Trent Independent School District
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12821 E Interstate 20
Trent, TX 79561
(325) 862-6125
Trent, TX 79561
(325) 862-6125
Gr: PK-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
79561, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Co-op Alter Prog (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
12821 East Interstate 20
Trent, TX 79561
(325) 735-2850
Trent, TX 79561
(325) 735-2850
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79561, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79561, TX include Trent Independent School District.
How many public schools are located in 79561?
1 public schools are located in 79561.
What is the racial composition of students in 79561?
79561 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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