For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,408 students in Palestine, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in Palestine, TX are Palestine High School and Westwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palestine, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Palestine have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Palestine, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Palestine High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Palestine, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palestine High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1600 S Loop 256
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8005
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 731-8005
Gr: 9-12 | 1,003 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Westwood High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1820 Panther Blvd
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-1773
Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-1773
Gr: 9-12 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Palestine, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Palestine, TX include Palestine High School and Westwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in Palestine?
2 public high schools are located in Palestine.
What is the racial composition of students in Palestine?
Palestine public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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