For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 976 students in 79329, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 79329, TX are Idalou High School, Idalou Elementary School and Idalou Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79329 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79329, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79329, TX 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idalou High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 S Walnut
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Idalou Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 S Walnut
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Gr: PK-4 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Idalou Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
403 7th St
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Gr: 5-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
79329, Texas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lubbock County J J A E P (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
2025 N Akron Ave
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Off Campus Daep Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
601 S Walnut
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Idalou, TX 79329
(806) 892-1900
Gr: 9-10 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79329, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79329, TX include Idalou High School, Idalou Elementary School and Idalou Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 79329?
3 public schools are located in 79329.
What is the racial composition of students in 79329?
79329 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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