Best 79381 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 476 students in 79381, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 79381, TX are New Home School and Wilson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79381 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79381, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79381 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is New Home School, with ≥90% 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 79381, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Home School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
225 N Main St
Wilson, TX 79381
(806) 924-7543
Gr: 6-12 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Wilson School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1411 Green Ave
Wilson, TX 79381
(806) 628-6261
Gr: PK-12 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79381, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79381, TX include New Home School and Wilson School.
How many public high schools are located in 79381?
2 public high schools are located in 79381.
What is the racial composition of students in 79381?
79381 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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