For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,117 students in 79412, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 79412, TX are Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock and Atkins Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 79412 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 79412, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79412, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3701 W Loop 289
Lubbock, TX 79412
(806) 747-1000
Lubbock, TX 79412
(806) 747-1000
Gr: PK-8 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Atkins Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5401 Ave U
Lubbock, TX 79412
(806) 219-3000
Lubbock, TX 79412
(806) 219-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
79412, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2315 36th St
Lubbock, TX 79412
(806) 219-5300
Lubbock, TX 79412
(806) 219-5300
Gr: 4-5 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 79412, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 79412, TX include Harmony Science Academy - Lubbock and Atkins Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 79412?
2 public middle schools are located in 79412.
What is the racial composition of students in 79412?
79412 public middle schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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