For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 59 students in 79842, TX.
The top ranked public school in 79842, TX is Marathon Independent School District. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 79842 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79842, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79842, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marathon Independent School District
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
109 Ne 5th St
Marathon, TX 79842
(432) 386-4431
Marathon, TX 79842
(432) 386-4431
Grades: PK-12
| 59 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79842, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79842, TX include Marathon Independent School District.
How many public schools are located in 79842?
1 public schools are located in 79842.
What is the racial composition of students in 79842?
79842 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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