Best 79241 Texas Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 254 students in 79241, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79241, TX are Lockney Elementary School and Lockney J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79241 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79241, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79241, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lockney Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
310 W 8th St
Lockney, TX 79241
(806) 652-3321
Gr: PK-5 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Lockney J High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
406 W Willow St
Lockney, TX 79241
(806) 652-2236
Gr: 6-8 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79241, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79241, TX include Lockney Elementary School and Lockney J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79241?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79241.
What is the racial composition of students in 79241?
79241 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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