For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 422 students in 79009, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79009, TX are Bovina High School, Bovina Elementary School and Bovina Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79009 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79009, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79009, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bovina High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Halsell St
Bovina, TX 79009
(806) 251-1317
Bovina, TX 79009
(806) 251-1317
Gr: 9-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Bovina Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Halsell St
Bovina, TX 79009
(806) 251-1316
Bovina, TX 79009
(806) 251-1316
Gr: PK-5 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Bovina Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Halsell St
Bovina, TX 79009
(806) 251-1377
Bovina, TX 79009
(806) 251-1377
Gr: 6-8 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79009, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79009, TX include Bovina High School, Bovina Elementary School and Bovina Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 79009?
3 public schools are located in 79009.
What is the racial composition of students in 79009?
79009 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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