For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 521 students in 79721, TX.
The top ranked public school in 79721, TX is Big Spring J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» school in zipcode 79721 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79721, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79721, TX ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Big Spring J High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
624 E 6th St
Big Spring, TX 79721
(432) 264-4135
Big Spring, TX 79721
(432) 264-4135
Grades: 7-8
| 521 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79721, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79721, TX include Big Spring J High School.
How many public schools are located in 79721?
1 public schools are located in 79721.
What is the racial composition of students in 79721?
79721 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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