6.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Monahans, Texas

6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 6

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.7/10

Estimated Scores: 20%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.7/10
Median household income: $70,924
Median home value: $153,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 11%
Avg commute: 21 min
Owner-occupied homes: 77%

How Monahans compares

Texas rank

#341 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.5

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$71k

96% of Texas median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Monahans, Texas

Monahans, Texas is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Monahans show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Monahans is Tatom EL with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Monahans is served by 1 school district: MONAHANS-WICKETT-PYOTE ISD. These districts collectively serve 2,200 students.

Monahans's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,924. The poverty rate in the area is 15.4%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (6) Elementary (3) Middle (1) High (2)

Filter by Type: All Types (6) Public (6)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (6) Academics (6) Growth (4) Resources (5)

Filter by ZIP: 79756 (6)

Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	TATOM EL 339 students · 1st–2nd	339	1st–2nd	7.8
2	PARKWAY EL 642 students · 3rd–6th	642	3rd–6th	7.4
3	GEORGE CULLENDER KIND 250 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	250	Pre-K–Kindergarten	3.9

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	WALKER J H 333 students · 7th–8th	333	7th–8th	7.2

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	MONAHANS H S 626 students · 9th–12th	626	9th–12th	7.4
2	MONAHANS ED CTR 10 students · 10th–12th	10	10th–12th	—

Schools in Monahans

Monahans, Texas · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$70,924

Median Home Value

$153,200

Median Rent

$960/mo

Population

9,558

College Educated

11%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Community Profile

Monahans has a median household income of $70,924. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $153,200, with a median rent of $960/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.4%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 6
Elementary: 3
Middle: 1
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.7/10

Resources

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School District

MONAHANS-WICKETT-PYOTE ISD

6 schools · 2,200 students

Nearby Cities

Grandfalls (1 school)

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Monahans, Texas

How many schools are in Monahans, Texas?

Monahans has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Monahans, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Monahans is 6.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Monahans, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Monahans on MySchoolScout is Tatom EL with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Monahans, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Monahans on MySchoolScout is Tatom EL with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Monahans, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Monahans on MySchoolScout is Walker J H with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best high school in Monahans, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Monahans on MySchoolScout is Monahans H S with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve Monahans, Texas?

Monahans is served by 1 school district: Monahans-wickett-pyote ISD.

What is the education level in Monahans, Texas?

According to Census data, 11% of adults in Monahans have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Monahans, Texas?

The median household income in Monahans is approximately $70,924 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Monahans, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Monahans is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Monahans, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.