For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,272 students in 79404, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79404, TX are Harwell Elementary School, Ervin Elementary School and Dunbar College Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79404 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79404, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79404, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harwell Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4101 Ave D
Lubbock, TX 79404
(806) 219-5700
Lubbock, TX 79404
(806) 219-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Ervin Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1802 E 28th St
Lubbock, TX 79404
(806) 219-8200
Lubbock, TX 79404
(806) 219-8200
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
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 elementary schools in 79404, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79404, TX include Harwell Elementary School, Ervin Elementary School and Dunbar College Preparatory Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79404?
4 public elementary schools are located in 79404.
What is the racial composition of students in 79404?
79404 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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