For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,462 students in 79424, TX (there are 4 private schools, serving 561 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 79424, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 79424, TX are Lubbock-cooper West Elementary School, Whiteside Elementary School and Smith Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79424 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79424, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79424, TX Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lubbock-cooper West Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10101 Fulton Ave
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 993-2345
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 993-2345
Grades: PK-5
| 596 students
Rank: #22.
Whiteside Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7508 Albany
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 219-7300
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 219-7300
Grades: PK-5
| 490 students
Rank: #33.
Smith Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8707 Dover
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 219-6800
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 219-6800
Grades: PK-5
| 561 students
Rank: #44.
Irons Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5214 79th St
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 219-4000
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 219-4000
Grades: 6-8
| 815 students
79424, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
T A A P Middle School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
5214 79th St
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 766-2068
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 766-2068
Grades: 7-9
| 22 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79424, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79424, TX include Lubbock-cooper West Elementary School, Whiteside Elementary School and Smith Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79424?
4 public schools are located in 79424.
What percentage of students in 79424 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 79424 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79424?
79424 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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