For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 183 students in 79553, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in 79553, TX is Stamford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 79553 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79553, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79553 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is equal to the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Stamford 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79553, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stamford High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 E Reynolds
Stamford, TX 79553
(325) 773-2701
Stamford, TX 79553
(325) 773-2701
Gr: 9-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
79553, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
507 S Orient St
Stamford, TX 79553
(915) 773-2651
Stamford, TX 79553
(915) 773-2651
Gr: 4-6 | 171 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Wetherbee High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
507 S Orient St
Stamford, TX 79553
(325) 773-4033
Stamford, TX 79553
(325) 773-4033
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79553, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79553, TX include Stamford High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79553?
1 public high schools are located in 79553.
What is the racial composition of students in 79553?
79553 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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