For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 58 students in Marathon, TX.
The top-ranked public school in Marathon, TX is Marathon Independent School District. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marathon, TX public school have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Marathon have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Marathon, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marathon Independent School District
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
109 Ne 5th St
Marathon, TX 79842
(432) 386-4431
Marathon, TX 79842
(432) 386-4431
Gr: PK-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Marathon, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Marathon, TX include Marathon Independent School District.
How many public schools are located in Marathon?
1 public schools are located in Marathon.
What is the racial composition of students in Marathon?
Marathon public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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