For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,348 students in 79416, TX.
The top ranked public preschools in 79416, TX are Hardwick Elementary School, Rush Elementary School and Centennial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79416 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79416, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79416, TX Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hardwick Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1420 Chicago
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-5600
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 514 students
Rank: #22.
Rush Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4702 15th St
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-6700
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-6700
Grades: PK-5
| 314 students
Rank: #33.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1301 N Utica
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-7800
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 520 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 79416, TX?
The top ranked public preschools in 79416, TX include Hardwick Elementary School, Rush Elementary School and Centennial Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 79416?
3 public preschools are located in 79416.
What is the racial composition of students in 79416?
79416 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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