For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,676 students in 76259, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 76259, TX are Ponder J High School, Ponder High School and Ponder Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76259 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76259, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76259, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ponder J High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 Shaffner St
Ponder, TX 76259
(940) 479-8220
Ponder, TX 76259
(940) 479-8220
Grades: 6-8
| 367 students
Rank: #22.
Ponder High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 W Bailey
Ponder, TX 76259
(940) 479-8312
Ponder, TX 76259
(940) 479-8312
Grades: 9-12
| 536 students
Rank: #33.
Ponder Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 W Bailey
Ponder, TX 76259
(940) 479-8320
Ponder, TX 76259
(940) 479-8320
Grades: PK-5
| 773 students
76259, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Denton Co J J A E P (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
301 E Mckinney
Ponder, TX 76259
(940) 898-5840
Ponder, TX 76259
(940) 898-5840
Grades: 9
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 76259, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 76259, TX include Ponder J High School, Ponder High School and Ponder Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 76259?
3 public schools are located in 76259.
What is the racial composition of students in 76259?
76259 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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