For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 848 students in 79706, TX.
The top ranked public high school in 79706, TX is Greenwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 79706 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79706, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79706 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Greenwood High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79706, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Greenwood High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2600 Fm 1379
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 683-6461
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 683-6461
Grades: 9-12
| 848 students
79706, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10800 Hwy 307
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 685-7819
Midland, TX 79706
(432) 685-7819
Grades: 4-6
| 405 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 79706, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 79706, TX include Greenwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79706?
1 public high schools are located in 79706.
What is the racial composition of students in 79706?
79706 public high schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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