For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,192 students in 79029, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 79029, TX are North Plains Opportunity Center and Dumas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79029 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79029, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79029 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dumas High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79029, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Plains Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1015 N Maddox Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-8774
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-8774
Grades: 9-12
| 41 students
Rank: #22.
Dumas High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 S Klein Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4151
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4151
Grades: 9-12
| 1,151 students
79029, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
300 Oak Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4157
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4157
Grades: PK-4
| 339 students
514 Pear Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-5629
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-5629
Grades: PK-4
| 271 students
623 Powell Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4153
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4153
Grades: PK-4
| 410 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 79029, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 79029, TX include North Plains Opportunity Center and Dumas High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79029?
2 public high schools are located in 79029.
What is the racial composition of students in 79029?
79029 public high schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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