For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,788 students in 79022, TX (there are , serving 202 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 79022, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 79022, TX are Dalhart J High School, Dalhart High School and Dalhart Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79022 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79022, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79022, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dalhart J High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1802 E 16th
Dalhart, TX 79022
(806) 244-7825
Dalhart, TX 79022
(806) 244-7825
Gr: 6-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Dalhart High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Spirit Trl
Dalhart, TX 79022
(806) 244-7300
Dalhart, TX 79022
(806) 244-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Dalhart Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Tennessee Ave
Dalhart, TX 79022
(806) 244-7350
Dalhart, TX 79022
(806) 244-7350
Gr: PK-2 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Dalhart Intermediate School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 Oak
Dalhart, TX 79022
(806) 244-7380
Dalhart, TX 79022
(806) 244-7380
Gr: 3-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
79022, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
X I T Secondary School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
701 E 10th
Dalhart, TX 79022
(806) 244-7343
Dalhart, TX 79022
(806) 244-7343
Gr: 7-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79022, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79022, TX include Dalhart J High School, Dalhart High School and Dalhart Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79022?
4 public schools are located in 79022.
What percentage of students in 79022 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 79022 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79022?
79022 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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