For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 691 students in 79329, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79329, TX are Idalou Elementary School and Idalou Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79329 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79329, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79329, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Idalou Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
601 S Walnut
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Grades: PK-4
| 398 students
Rank: #22.
Idalou Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
403 7th St
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Grades: 5-8
| 293 students
79329, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lubbock County J J A E P (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
2025 N Akron Ave
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Off Campus Daep Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
601 S Walnut
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Grades: 9-10
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79329, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79329, TX include Idalou Elementary School and Idalou Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79329?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79329.
What is the racial composition of students in 79329?
79329 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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