For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 625 students in 79068, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 79068, TX are Panhandle High School, Panhandle J High School and Panhandle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79068 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79068, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79068, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Panhandle High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
106 W 11th St
Panhandle, TX 79068
(806) 537-3897
Panhandle, TX 79068
(806) 537-3897
Grades: 9-12
| 199 students
Rank: #22.
Panhandle J High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1001 Elsie Ave
Panhandle, TX 79068
(806) 537-3541
Panhandle, TX 79068
(806) 537-3541
Grades: 6-8
| 133 students
Rank: #33.
Panhandle Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
106 W 9th St
Panhandle, TX 79068
(806) 537-3579
Panhandle, TX 79068
(806) 537-3579
Grades: PK-5
| 293 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79068, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79068, TX include Panhandle High School, Panhandle J High School and Panhandle Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79068?
3 public schools are located in 79068.
What is the racial composition of students in 79068?
79068 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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