For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,227 students in 79029, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 79029, TX are North Plains Opportunity Center and Dumas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79029 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79029, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79029 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dumas High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79029, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Plains Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1015 N Maddox Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-8774
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-8774
Gr: 10-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Dumas High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 S Klein Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4151
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4151
Gr: 9-12 | 1,192 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79029, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79029, TX include North Plains Opportunity Center and Dumas High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79029?
2 public high schools are located in 79029.
What is the racial composition of students in 79029?
79029 public high schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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