For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 492 students in 79073, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79073, TX are La Mesa Elementary School and Hale County Jjaep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79073 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79073, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79073, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 S Ennis St
Plainview, TX 79073
(806) 293-6055
Plainview, TX 79073
(806) 293-6055
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Hale County Jjaep
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Houston St
Plainview, TX 79073
(806) 291-5230
Plainview, TX 79073
(806) 291-5230
Gr: 7-11 | 10 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79073, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79073, TX include La Mesa Elementary School and Hale County Jjaep.
How many public schools are located in 79073?
2 public schools are located in 79073.
What is the racial composition of students in 79073?
79073 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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