Best 79735 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 6,366 students in 79735, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 79735, TX is Fort Stockton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79735 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79735, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79735 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fort Stockton High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79735, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Stockton High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 W 17th
Fort Stockton, TX 79735
(432) 336-4101
Gr: 9-12 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Butz Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
400 S Young St
Fort Stockton, TX 79735
(432) 336-4123
Gr: 9-12 | 2,039 students Student-teacher ratio: 2039:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
400 S Young St
Fort Stockton, TX 79735
(512) 778-0421
Gr: 9-12 | 3,628 students Minority enrollment: 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79735, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79735, TX include Fort Stockton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79735?
3 public high schools are located in 79735.
What is the racial composition of students in 79735?
79735 public high schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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