For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 786 students in 79404, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 79404, TX are 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 charter schools in zipcode 79404 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 79404, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79404, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 79404, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 79404, TX include Ervin Elementary School and Dunbar College Preparatory Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 79404?
2 public charter schools are located in 79404.
What is the racial composition of students in 79404?
79404 public charter schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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