For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 491 students in 79404, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in 79404, TX is Dunbar College Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 79404 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 79404, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79404, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2010 E 26th St
Lubbock, TX 79404
(806) 219-3400
Lubbock, TX 79404
(806) 219-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Priority Intervention Academy
Alternative School
1323 E 24th St
Lubbock, TX 79404
(806) 219-2400
Lubbock, TX 79404
(806) 219-2400
Gr: 6-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 79404, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 79404, TX include Dunbar College Preparatory Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 79404?
2 public middle schools are located in 79404.
What is the racial composition of students in 79404?
79404 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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