For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 302 students in Dickens County, TX.
The top ranked public schools in Dickens County, TX are Patton Springs School and Spur School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dickens County, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Dickens County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dickens County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Patton Springs School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1261 E Fm 193
Afton, TX 79220
(806) 689-2220
Afton, TX 79220
(806) 689-2220
Grades: PK-12
| 77 students
Rank: #22.
Spur School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 N Williams
Spur, TX 79370
(806) 271-3385
Spur, TX 79370
(806) 271-3385
Grades: PK-12
| 225 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dickens County, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Dickens County, TX include Patton Springs School and Spur School.
How many public schools are located in Dickens County?
2 public schools are located in Dickens County.
What is the racial composition of students in Dickens County?
Dickens County public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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