For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 692 students in 79081, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79081, TX are Spearman High School, Spearman J High School and Gus Birdwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79081 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79081, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79081, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spearman High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
403 E 11th Ave
Spearman, TX 79081
(806) 659-2584
Spearman, TX 79081
(806) 659-2584
Gr: 9-12 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Spearman J High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
313 W 5th Ave
Spearman, TX 79081
(806) 659-2563
Spearman, TX 79081
(806) 659-2563
Gr: 6-8 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Gus Birdwell Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
511 S Townsend St
Spearman, TX 79081
(806) 659-2565
Spearman, TX 79081
(806) 659-2565
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79081, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79081, TX include Spearman High School, Spearman J High School and Gus Birdwell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79081?
3 public schools are located in 79081.
What is the racial composition of students in 79081?
79081 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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