For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 691 students in 79329, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79329, TX are Idalou Elementary School and Idalou Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79329 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79329, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79329, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idalou Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 S Walnut
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Gr: PK-4 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Idalou Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
403 7th St
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Gr: 5-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
79329, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lubbock County J J A E P (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
2025 N Akron Ave
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Off Campus Daep Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
601 S Walnut
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Gr: 9-10 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79329, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79329, TX include Idalou Elementary School and Idalou Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79329?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79329.
What is the racial composition of students in 79329?
79329 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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