Best 78390 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 249 students in 78390, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 78390, TX is Taft High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 78390 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78390, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78390 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Taft High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 78390, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Taft High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
502 Rincon Rd
Taft, TX 78390
(361) 528-2636
Gr: 9-12 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 78390, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 78390, TX include Taft High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78390?
1 public high schools are located in 78390.
What is the racial composition of students in 78390?
78390 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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