For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 344 students in 79079, TX.
The top-ranked public school in 79079, TX is Shamrock High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79079 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79079, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79079, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shamrock High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Illinois
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Gr: 9-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
79079, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
15781 Fm 1036
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-2039
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-2039
Gr: PK-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79079, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79079, TX include Shamrock High School.
How many public schools are located in 79079?
3 public schools are located in 79079.
What is the racial composition of students in 79079?
79079 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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