Swisher County Schools & Education

Swisher County, Texas

School Score

51/100

Higher = better

Rating

Average

Graduation Rate

89.9%

National avg 87.5%

Education Statistics

Graduation Rate

89.9%

National avg 87.5%

State avg 91.6%

Per-Pupil Spending

$7,553

National avg $13,239

State avg $7,498

School Score

51/100

Higher = better

State avg 56/100

State School Rank

#167

of 253 counties (1 = best)

Education Overview

About Schools in Swisher County, Texas

A Diverse Network of Local Districts

Swisher County manages 7 public schools across 3 distinct districts, serving a total enrollment of 1,445 students. The infrastructure is distributed across three elementary, one middle, and three high schools to reach various rural communities.

Steady Growth and State Alignment

The county's 89.9% graduation rate outperforms the national 87.0% average, though it slightly trails the Texas state average of 91.6%. Investment remains local, with per-pupil spending at $7,553, aligning closely with the state average of $7,498.

Tulia ISD Leads County Enrollment

Tulia ISD is the largest provider in the county, operating 3 schools for 896 students. Other local options include Kress ISD with 279 students and Happy ISD, which serves 270 students across its two campuses.

Predominantly Rural Learning Hubs

Education here is largely rural, with five schools in country settings and two in town locales. Tulia EL is the largest school with 408 students, which is twice the county's average school size of 206.

Find Your Home in Swisher County

Families can find a variety of residential options near these community-centric schools in Tulia, Happy, or Kress. Consider the benefits of a smaller average school size when searching for your next home in this region.

School Overview

Total Schools

7

in Swisher County

Total Enrollment

1,445

students

School Districts

3

districts

Charter Schools

0

0% of total

School Type Breakdown

Elementary3
Middle1
High3
Other0

3 School Districts in Swisher County

TULIA ISD

3 schools
896 students

KRESS ISD

2 schools
279 students

HAPPY ISD

2 schools
270 students

7 Public Schools in Swisher County

TULIA EL

TULIA ISD

PK–5Primary408 students
TULIA H S

TULIA ISD

9–12High282 students
TULIA J H

TULIA ISD

6–8Middle206 students
KRESS H S

KRESS ISD

7–12High145 students
HAPPY EL

HAPPY ISD

PK–6Primary139 students
KRESS EL

KRESS ISD

PK–6Primary134 students
HAPPY H S

HAPPY ISD

7–12High131 students

Educational Attainment

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$7,553

State avg $7,498

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Frequently Asked Questions

Schools in Swisher County, Texas — FAQ

What does the school system look like in Swisher County, Texas?

Swisher County manages 7 public schools across 3 distinct districts, serving a total enrollment of 1,445 students. The infrastructure is distributed across three elementary, one middle, and three high schools to reach various rural communities.

How do schools in Swisher County perform academically?

The county's 89.9% graduation rate outperforms the national 87.0% average, though it slightly trails the Texas state average of 91.6%. Investment remains local, with per-pupil spending at $7,553, aligning closely with the state average of $7,498.

What are the major school districts in Swisher County, Texas?

Tulia ISD is the largest provider in the county, operating 3 schools for 896 students. Other local options include Kress ISD with 279 students and Happy ISD, which serves 270 students across its two campuses.

What is the school experience like in Swisher County?

Education here is largely rural, with five schools in country settings and two in town locales. Tulia EL is the largest school with 408 students, which is twice the county's average school size of 206.

How can I find homes near good schools in Swisher County, Texas?

Families can find a variety of residential options near these community-centric schools in Tulia, Happy, or Kress. Consider the benefits of a smaller average school size when searching for your next home in this region.

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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.