For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 243 students in 79044, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 23 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 79044, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public school in 79044, TX is Hartley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 79044 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79044, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79044, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hartley School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
901 Johnson St
Hartley, TX 79044
(806) 365-4458
Hartley, TX 79044
(806) 365-4458
Gr: PK-12 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79044, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79044, TX include Hartley School.
How many public schools are located in 79044?
1 public schools are located in 79044.
What percentage of students in 79044 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 79044 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79044?
79044 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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