New Hope Christian Academy Big Spring Photo

Best 79720 Texas Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 45 students in 79720, TX (there are 8 public schools, serving 2,930 public students). 2% of all K-12 students in 79720, TX are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
100% of private schools in 79720, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Church of the Nazarene and Christian).

Private Schools in 79720, TX (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
New Hope Christian Academy Big Spring
New Hope Christian Academy Big Spring Photo
(Church of the Nazarene)
1400 S. Lancaster St
Big Spring, TX 79720
(432) 267-7015
Gr: K-6 | 12 students Tuition listed
Runnels Academy
(Christian)
102 E 10th St
Big Spring, TX 79720
(432) 270-6075
Gr: PK-8 | 33 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 79720, TX?
2 private schools are located in 79720, TX.
What percentage of students in 79720 go to private school?
2% of all K-12 students in 79720 are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 79720?
100% of private schools in 79720 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Church of the Nazarene and Christian).

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