For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,565 students in 79424, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 555 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 79424, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 79424, TX are Smith Elementary School, Lubbock-cooper West Elementary School and Whiteside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79424 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 79424, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79424, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smith Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8707 Dover
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 219-6800
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 219-6800
Grades: PK-5
| 580 students
Rank: #22.
Lubbock-cooper West Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10101 Fulton Ave
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 776-0700
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 776-0700
Grades: PK-5
| 621 students
Rank: #33.
Whiteside Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7508 Albany
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 219-7300
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 219-7300
Grades: PK-5
| 497 students
Rank: #44.
Irons Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5214 79th St
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 219-4000
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 219-4000
Grades: 6-8
| 867 students
79424, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
T A A P Middle School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
5214 79th St
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 766-2068
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 766-2068
Grades: 7-9
| 22 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79424, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79424, TX include Smith Elementary School, Lubbock-cooper West Elementary School and Whiteside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79424, TX?
4 public schools are located in 79424, TX.
What percentage of students in 79424, TX go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 79424, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79424, TX?
79424, TX public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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