For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,395 students in 75801, TX (there are , serving 98 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 75801, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 75801, TX are Palestine J High School, Palestine High School and Story Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75801 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75801, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75801, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palestine J High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
233 Ben Milam Dr
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8008
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8008
Grades: 7-8
| 440 students
Rank: #22.
Palestine High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1600 S Loop 256
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8005
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8005
Grades: 9-12
| 1,016 students
Rank: #33.
Story Intermediate School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5300 S Loop 256
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8015
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8015
Grades: 4-6
| 673 students
Rank: #44.
Westwood J High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Panther Blvd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 723-0423
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 723-0423
Grades: 7-8
| 202 students
Rank: #55.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Gillespie Rd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8023
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8023
Grades: 2-3
| 460 students
Rank: #66.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2305 Salt Works Rd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-1771
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-1771
Grades: 3-6
| 375 students
Rank: #77.
Westwood High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1820 Panther Blvd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-1773
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-1773
Grades: 9-12
| 404 students
Rank: n/an/a
2509 Hwy 155 N
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8020
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8020
Grades: K-1
| 441 students
Rank: n/an/a
1701 W Point Tap Rd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-1787
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-1787
Grades: PK-2
| 384 students
75801, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Landmark School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
101 Brushy Creek Rd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-4208
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-4208
Grades: 6-10
| 77 students
1007 E Park Ave
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8000
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1000 E Lamar St
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8026
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8026
Grades: K
| 129 students
1020 W Hamlett
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8030
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8030
Grades: 6
| 221 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 75801, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 75801, TX include Palestine J High School, Palestine High School and Story Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 75801?
9 public schools are located in 75801.
What percentage of students in 75801 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 75801 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75801?
75801 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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