For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 281 students in 79536, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 79536, TX is Merkel High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 79536 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79536, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79536 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Merkel High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79536, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merkel High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2000 S 7th St
Merkel, TX 79536
(325) 928-4667
Merkel, TX 79536
(325) 928-4667
Gr: 9-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79536, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79536, TX include Merkel High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79536?
1 public high schools are located in 79536.
What is the racial composition of students in 79536?
79536 public high schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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