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Best 75801 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,358 students in 75801, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 81 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 75801, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75801, TX are Palestine J High School, Palestine High School and Story Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75801 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75801, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 75801, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palestine J High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
233 Ben Milam Dr
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8008
Gr: 7-8 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Palestine High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1600 S Loop 256
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8005
Gr: 9-12 | 1,003 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Story Intermediate School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5300 S Loop 256
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8015
Gr: 4-6 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Westwood J High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1801 Panther Blvd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 723-0423
Gr: 7-8 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
201 Gillespie Rd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8023
Gr: 2-3 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2305 Salt Works Rd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-1771
Gr: 3-6 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
Westwood High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1820 Panther Blvd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-1773
Gr: 9-12 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Northside Primary
2509 Hwy 155 N
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8020
Gr: K-1 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Westwood Primary
1701 W Point Tap Rd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-1787
Gr: PK-2 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 75801, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75801, TX include Palestine J High School, Palestine High School and Story Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 75801?
9 public schools are located in 75801.
What percentage of students in 75801 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 75801 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75801?
75801 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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