For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 208 students in 79601, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 79601, TX are Woodson Center For Excellence and Daep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79601 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79601, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79601 have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Woodson Center For Excellence, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79601, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodson Center For Excellence
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
342 Cockerell
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 671-4736
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 671-4736
Gr: 6-12 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Daep
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
342 Cockerell
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 794-4150
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 794-4150
Gr: 6-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79601, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79601, TX include Woodson Center For Excellence and Daep.
How many public high schools are located in 79601?
2 public high schools are located in 79601.
What is the racial composition of students in 79601?
79601 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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