Homebound serves 45 students in grades Prekindergarten-11.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homebound ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Homebound's student population of 45 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-11
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Homebound is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
44%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)≥50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Homebound?
The graduation rate of Homebound is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Homebound?
45 students attend Homebound.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Homebound students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Homebound?
Homebound has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Homebound offer ?
Homebound offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-11
What school district is Homebound part of?
Homebound is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Homebound located?
Homebound is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Lubbock, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown.
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