For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 206 students in Pettus, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in Pettus, TX is Pettus Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pettus, TX public high school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Pettus have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Pettus, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is equal to the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pettus Secondary, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Pettus, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 high schools in Pettus, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Pettus, TX include Pettus Secondary.
How many public high schools are located in Pettus?
1 public high schools are located in Pettus.
What is the racial composition of students in Pettus?
Pettus public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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