Hale County Schools & Education
Hale County, Texas
School Score
51/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
91.7%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.7%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,006
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
51/100
Higher = better
State avg 56/100
State School Rank
#171
of 253 counties (1 = best)
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Education Overview
About Schools in Hale County, Texas
Educational Resources in the Plains
Hale County operates 20 public schools serving 6,459 students across five districts. This network includes five elementary, four middle, and four high schools, along with seven specialized campuses.
Steady Academic Performance
The county maintains a graduation rate of 91.7%, which sits just above the Texas state average and beats the national average. Per-pupil spending stands at $7,006, supporting a school quality score of 54.4.
Plainview ISD at the Core
Plainview ISD is the cornerstone of the county’s education system, managing seven schools and 4,662 students. Abernathy ISD and Hale Center ISD provide smaller-scale alternatives for families in the surrounding areas.
Comfortable Town-Based Schooling
Fourteen schools are located in town settings, providing a central hub for student life with an average school size of 359 students. Plainview High School is the largest campus, serving ,1442 students.
Plant Roots in Hale County
Hale County offers a stable educational environment with graduation rates that consistently beat the national benchmark. Explore homes in Plainview or Abernathy to find a community that values its public schools.
School Overview
Total Schools
20
in Hale County
Total Enrollment
6,459
students
School Districts
5
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Type Breakdown
5 School Districts in Hale County
PLAINVIEW ISD
ABERNATHY ISD
HALE CENTER ISD
PETERSBURG ISD
COTTON CENTER ISD
20 Public Schools in Hale County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLAINVIEW H S | PLAINVIEW ISD | 9–12 | High | 1,442 |
| PLAINVIEW J H | PLAINVIEW ISD | 7–8 | Middle | 763 |
| PLAINVIEW INT | PLAINVIEW ISD | 5–6 | Middle | 702 |
| NORTH EL | PLAINVIEW ISD | PK–4 | Primary | 672 |
| CENTRAL EL | PLAINVIEW ISD | PK–4 | Primary | 630 |
| SOUTH EL | PLAINVIEW ISD | KG–4 | Primary | 426 |
| ABERNATHY EL | ABERNATHY ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 411 |
| PETERSBURG SCHOOL | PETERSBURG ISD | PK–12 | Other | 272 |
| AKIN EL | HALE CENTER ISD | PK–4 | Primary | 248 |
| ABERNATHY H S | ABERNATHY ISD | 9–12 | High | 243 |
| ABERNATHY MIDDLE | ABERNATHY ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 180 |
| CARR MIDDLE | HALE CENTER ISD | 5–8 | Middle | 178 |
| HALE CENTER H S | HALE CENTER ISD | 9–12 | High | 159 |
| COTTON CENTER SCHOOL | COTTON CENTER ISD | PK–12 | Other | 100 |
| HALE COUNTY JJAEP | PLAINVIEW ISD | 7–11 | Alternative | 27 |
| DAEP | SHALLOWATER ISD | 8–11 | Alternative | 3 |
| LOCKNEY DAEP | LOCKNEY ISD | 10–11 | Alternative | 2 |
| ABERNATHY DAEP | ABERNATHY ISD | 8–12 | Alternative | 1 |
| FLOYDADA ISD JJAEP | FLOYDADA COLLEGIATE ISD | 4–12 | Alternative | 0 |
| MULLIN VISION QUEST | MULLIN ISD | KG–12 | Alternative | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,006
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Hale County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Hale County, Texas?
Hale County operates 20 public schools serving 6,459 students across five districts. This network includes five elementary, four middle, and four high schools, along with seven specialized campuses.
How do schools in Hale County perform academically?
The county maintains a graduation rate of 91.7%, which sits just above the Texas state average and beats the national average. Per-pupil spending stands at $7,006, supporting a school quality score of 54.4.
What are the major school districts in Hale County, Texas?
Plainview ISD is the cornerstone of the county’s education system, managing seven schools and 4,662 students. Abernathy ISD and Hale Center ISD provide smaller-scale alternatives for families in the surrounding areas.
What is the school experience like in Hale County?
Fourteen schools are located in town settings, providing a central hub for student life with an average school size of 359 students. Plainview High School is the largest campus, serving ,1442 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Hale County, Texas?
Hale County offers a stable educational environment with graduation rates that consistently beat the national benchmark. Explore homes in Plainview or Abernathy to find a community that values its public schools.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.