For the 2025 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 49% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79073, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 482 students
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
Grades: 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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