Best 79036 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 745 students in 79036, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79036, TX are Sanford-fritch Elementary School, Sanford-fritch J High School and Sanford-fritch High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79036 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79036, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79036, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sanford-fritch Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
201 N Hoyne Ave
Fritch, TX 79036
(806) 397-0159
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Sanford-fritch J High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
536 Eagle Blvd
Fritch, TX 79036
(806) 397-0159
Gr: 6-8 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Sanford-fritch High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
538 Eagle Blvd
Fritch, TX 79036
(806) 397-0159
Gr: 9-12 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 79036, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79036, TX include Sanford-fritch Elementary School, Sanford-fritch J High School and Sanford-fritch High School.
How many public schools are located in 79036?
3 public schools are located in 79036.
What is the racial composition of students in 79036?
79036 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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