For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 627 students in Hico, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Hico, TX are Hico Elementary School and Hico High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hico, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Hico have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hico, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hico Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9th And Cherry St
Hico, TX 76457
(254) 796-2183
Hico, TX 76457
(254) 796-2183
Gr: PK-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Hico High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 Cedar
Hico, TX 76457
(254) 796-2184
Hico, TX 76457
(254) 796-2184
Gr: 6-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hico, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Hico, TX include Hico Elementary School and Hico High School.
How many public schools are located in Hico?
2 public schools are located in Hico.
What is the racial composition of students in Hico?
Hico public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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