For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 377 students in Pettus, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Pettus, TX are Pettus Elementary School and Pettus Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pettus, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Pettus have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pettus, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pettus Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 N Bee St
Pettus, TX 78146
(361) 375-2296
Pettus, TX 78146
(361) 375-2296
Gr: PK-5 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Pettus Secondary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 N May
Pettus, TX 78146
(361) 375-2296
Pettus, TX 78146
(361) 375-2296
Gr: 6-12 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pettus, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Pettus, TX include Pettus Elementary School and Pettus Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Pettus?
2 public schools are located in Pettus.
What is the racial composition of students in Pettus?
Pettus public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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