For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,003 students in Vernon, TX (there are , serving 43 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Vernon, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Vernon, TX are Northside School, North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon and Vernon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vernon, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Vernon have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Vernon, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northside School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18040 Hwy 283 N
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-2551
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-2551
Gr: K-12 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Hwy 70 N W
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-9901
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-9901
Gr: 8-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Vernon Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Yamparika St
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-6231
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-6231
Gr: 6-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2110 Stadium Dr
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-4309
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-4309
Gr: 2-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Vernon High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2102 Yucca Ln
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-3377
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-3377
Gr: 9-12 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Ntsh Pri Program Wichita Campus
Alternative School
6515 Kemp Blvd
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-1900
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-1900
Gr: 2-7 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
2915 Sand Rd
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-4381
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-4381
Gr: PK-1 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Vernon Isd Opportunity Center
Alternative School
2225 London
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-1900
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Vernon, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1300 Paradise St
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-1859
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 553-1859
Gr: 2-3 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
8407 F M 433 West
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-9347
Vernon, TX 76384
(940) 552-9347
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Vernon, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Vernon, TX include Northside School, North Texas State Hospital - Afp - Vernon and Vernon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Vernon?
8 public schools are located in Vernon.
What percentage of students in Vernon go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Vernon are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Vernon?
Vernon public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Vernon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Vernon include: Vernon High School vs. Northside School, Northside School vs. Vernon High School
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