For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 157 students in 79739, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 79739, TX is Garden City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 79739 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79739, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79739 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Garden City High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79739, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garden City High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
240 W Bearkat Ave
Garden City, TX 79739
(432) 242-1022
Garden City, TX 79739
(432) 242-1022
Gr: 6-12 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79739, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79739, TX include Garden City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79739?
1 public high schools are located in 79739.
What is the racial composition of students in 79739?
79739 public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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