For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 360 students in 79079, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 79079, TX are Shamrock Elementary School, Shamrock Middle School and Shamrock High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79079 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79079, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79079, TX Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Shamrock Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Illinois St
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Grades: PK-5
| 176 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Shamrock Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Illinois
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Grades: 6-8
| 73 students
Rank: #33.
Shamrock High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Illinois
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Grades: 9-12
| 111 students
79079, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15781 Fm 1036
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-2039
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-2039
Grades: PK-12
| 28 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79079, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79079, TX include Shamrock Elementary School, Shamrock Middle School and Shamrock High School.
How many public schools are located in 79079?
3 public schools are located in 79079.
What is the racial composition of students in 79079?
79079 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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