For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,804 students in 79416, TX (there are , 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 32% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79416, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hardwick Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1420 Chicago
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-5600
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Rush Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4702 15th St
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-6700
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1301 N Utica
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-7800
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Mackenzie Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5402 W 12th St
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-4200
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-4200
Gr: 6-8 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
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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