For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,207 students in 79363, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79363, TX are Shallowater Intermediate School and Shallowater Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79363 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79363, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79363, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shallowater Intermediate School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1009 Ave N
Shallowater, TX 79363
(806) 832-4531
Shallowater, TX 79363
(806) 832-4531
Gr: 3-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Shallowater Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12th Ave L
Shallowater, TX 79363
(806) 832-4531
Shallowater, TX 79363
(806) 832-4531
Gr: 6-8 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
1108 Ave J
Shallowater, TX 79363
(806) 832-4531
Shallowater, TX 79363
(806) 832-4531
Gr: PK-2 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
79363, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lubbock Co Youth Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1009 Ave L
Shallowater, TX 79363
(806) 832-4531
Shallowater, TX 79363
(806) 832-4531
Gr: 8 | 1 student
Shallowater Early College H S/ Woodward Academy (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
1100 Ave K
Shallowater, TX 79363
(806) 832-4531
Shallowater, TX 79363
(806) 832-4531
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79363, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79363, TX include Shallowater Intermediate School and Shallowater Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79363?
3 public elementary schools are located in 79363.
What is the racial composition of students in 79363?
79363 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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