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Best 76259 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,719 students in 76259, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 76259, TX are Ponder J High School, Ponder High School and Ponder Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76259 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76259, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76259, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ponder J High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
300 W Bailey St
Ponder, TX 76259
(940) 479-8220
Gr: 6-8 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Ponder High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
500 W Bailey
Ponder, TX 76259
(940) 479-8312
Gr: 9-12 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Ponder Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
401 W Bailey
Ponder, TX 76259
(940) 479-8320
Gr: PK-5 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 76259, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76259, TX include Ponder J High School, Ponder High School and Ponder Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 76259?
3 public schools are located in 76259.
What is the racial composition of students in 76259?
76259 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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