For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,804 students in 79416, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 109 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 79416, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 79416, TX are Hardwick Elementary School, Rush Elementary School and Centennial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79416 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79416, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79416, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hardwick Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1420 Chicago
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-5600
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 514 students
Rank: #22.
Rush Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4702 15th St
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-6700
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-6700
Grades: PK-5
| 314 students
Rank: #33.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1301 N Utica
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-7800
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 520 students
Rank: #44.
Mackenzie Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5402 W 12th St
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-4200
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-4200
Grades: 6-8
| 456 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79416, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79416, TX include Hardwick Elementary School, Rush Elementary School and Centennial Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79416?
4 public schools are located in 79416.
What percentage of students in 79416 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 79416 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79416?
79416 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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