For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,912 students in 79835, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 79835, TX are Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) and Canutillo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79835 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79835, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79835 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs), with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79835, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs)
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6701 S Desert Blvd Building N
Canutillo, TX 79835
(915) 877-1700
Canutillo, TX 79835
(915) 877-1700
Gr: 9-12 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Canutillo High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6675 S Desert Blvd
Canutillo, TX 79835
(915) 877-7800
Canutillo, TX 79835
(915) 877-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,541 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79835, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79835, TX include Northwest Early College H S (Nwechs) and Canutillo High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79835?
2 public high schools are located in 79835.
What is the racial composition of students in 79835?
79835 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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