For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 306 students in 79009, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79009, TX are Bovina Elementary School and Bovina Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79009 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79009, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79009, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Bovina Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Halsell St
Bovina, TX 79009
(806) 251-1316
Bovina, TX 79009
(806) 251-1316
Grades: PK-5
| 214 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Bovina Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Halsell St
Bovina, TX 79009
(806) 251-1377
Bovina, TX 79009
(806) 251-1377
Grades: 6-8
| 92 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79009, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79009, TX include Bovina Elementary School and Bovina Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79009?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79009.
What is the racial composition of students in 79009?
79009 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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