For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 241 students in 79512, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 79512, TX are Wallace Accelerated High School and Colorado High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79512 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79512, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79512 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Colorado High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79512, TX Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wallace Accelerated High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 N Lone Wolf Blvd
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-3424
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-3424
Grades: 9-12
| 14 students
Rank: #22.
Colorado High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 N Lone Wolf Blvd
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-3424
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-3424
Grades: 9-12
| 227 students
79512, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
312 E 12th St
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-2673
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-2673
Grades: 7
| 1 students
440 Cedar St
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-5215
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-5215
Grades: 3-5
| n/a students
1435 Elm St
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-3471
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-3471
Grades: PK-2
| n/a students
Wallace Accelerated High School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
312 E 12th St
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-2392
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-2392
Grades: 9
| n/a students
Wallace Accelerated High School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
149 S Hwy 208
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 282-2311
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 282-2311
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Wallace Alternative Campus (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
149 S Hwy 208
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 766-3652
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 766-3652
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Wallace High School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
149 S Hwy 208
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-2392
Colorado City, TX 79512
(325) 728-2392
Grades: 6-11
| 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 79512, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 79512, TX include Wallace Accelerated High School and Colorado High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79512?
2 public high schools are located in 79512.
What is the racial composition of students in 79512?
79512 public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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