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Best 79416 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,803 students in 79416, TX.
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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79416, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hardwick Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1420 Chicago
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Rush Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4702 15th St
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1301 N Utica
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Mackenzie Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5402 W 12th St
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 219-4200
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%

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 is the racial composition of students in 79416?
79416 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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