For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 8,838 students in 79423, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 825 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 79423, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 79423, TX are Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School, Honey Elementary School and Roberts Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79423 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79423, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79423, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4020 135th St
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2341
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2341
Gr: PK-5 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Honey Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3615 86th St
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 219-5900
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 219-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Roberts Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7901 Ave P
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 219-7900
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 219-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Lubbock-cooper South Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16410 Loop 493
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2344
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2344
Gr: PK-5 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Lubbock-cooper North Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3202 108th St
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2342
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2342
Gr: PK-5 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Lubbock-cooper High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
910 Woodrow Rd
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2321
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2321
Gr: 9-12 | 1,856 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Lubbock-cooper New Hope Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12011 Kenosha Ave
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2323
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2323
Gr: 10-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #88.
Lubbock-cooper Laura Bush Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3425 118th St
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2332
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2332
Gr: 6-8 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #99.
Waters Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3006 78th St
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 219-7000
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 219-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1010.
Lubbock-cooper Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16310 Loop 493
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2331
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2331
Gr: 6-8 | 901 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #1111.
Lubbock-cooper East Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2727 134th St
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2342
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2342
Gr: PK-5 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: n/an/a
4530 Woodrow Rd
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2322
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 993-2322
Gr: 9-11 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
79423, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Rt 6 Box 400
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 863-2282
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 863-2282
Gr: 5-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rt 6 Box 400
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 863-2282
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 863-2282
Gr: 7-8 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
L C Y C (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
2025 N Akron Ave
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 863-7109
Lubbock, TX 79423
(806) 863-7109
Gr: 8 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79423, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79423, TX include Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School, Honey Elementary School and Roberts Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79423?
12 public schools are located in 79423.
What percentage of students in 79423 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 79423 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79423?
79423 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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