For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 399 students in 79520, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79520, TX are Hamlin Collegiate Elementary School and Hamlin Collegiate High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79520 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79520, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79520, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamlin Collegiate Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
405 N W 5th St
Hamlin, TX 79520
(325) 576-3191
Hamlin, TX 79520
(325) 576-3191
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Hamlin Collegiate High School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
450 S W Ave F
Hamlin, TX 79520
(325) 576-3624
Hamlin, TX 79520
(325) 576-3624
Gr: 7-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
79520, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
250 S W Ave F
Hamlin, TX 79520
(325) 576-2261
Hamlin, TX 79520
(325) 576-2261
Gr: 6-8 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79520, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79520, TX include Hamlin Collegiate Elementary School and Hamlin Collegiate High School.
How many public schools are located in 79520?
2 public schools are located in 79520.
What is the racial composition of students in 79520?
79520 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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