For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 417 students in 79226, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79226, TX are Clarendon J High School, Clarendon High School and Clarendon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79226 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79226, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79226, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarendon J High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
822 5th St
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 874-3232
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 874-3232
Gr: 6-8 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Clarendon High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
420 S Allen
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 874-2181
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 874-2181
Gr: 9-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Clarendon Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
822 5th St
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 874-3855
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 874-3855
Gr: PK-5 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79226, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79226, TX include Clarendon J High School, Clarendon High School and Clarendon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79226?
3 public schools are located in 79226.
What is the racial composition of students in 79226?
79226 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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