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Best Schools in Lockney, Texas

4 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High

Public: 4
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.0/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Lockney by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Lockney H S

6.9/10

High · Lockney ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Lockney J H

4.6/10

Middle · Lockney ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Real test data19th percentile Open profile

Lockney EL

3.6/10

Elementary · Lockney ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Real test data7th percentile Open profile

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Lockney for 2026 are Lockney H S (6.9/10), Lockney J H (4.6/10), and Lockney EL (3.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

4

in this city

Avg Score

5.0

out of 10

Median Home

$98,800

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Lockney

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Lockney H S 6.9 / 10
2 Lockney J H 4.6 / 10
3 Lockney EL 3.6 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.0/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$60,101

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$98,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
16%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
85%

Of occupied housing units

How Lockney compares

Texas rank

#589 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.2

below Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$60k

81% of Texas median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Lockney, Texas

Lockney, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Lockney show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Lockney is Lockney H S with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lockney is served by 1 school district: LOCKNEY ISD. These districts collectively serve 404 students.

Lockney's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,101. The poverty rate in the area is 16.1%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Filter by ZIP: 79241 (4)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Lockney EL
183 students · Pre-K–5th 		3.6

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Lockney J H
88 students · 6th–8th 		4.6
2
Lockney Daep
1 students · 7th–7th 		—

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Lockney H S
132 students · 9th–12th 		6.9

Schools in Lockney

Lockney, Texas · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$60,101

Median Home Value

$98,800

Median Rent

$750/mo

Population

2,088

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

85%

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Community Profile

Lockney has a median household income of $60,101. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $98,800, with a median rent of $750/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Texas
Elementary
1
Middle
2
High
1

Resources

🔍 Google "Lockney schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Lockney 📊 Niche Lockney Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School District

LOCKNEY ISD

4 schools · 404 students

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How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Lockney, Texas

How many schools are in Lockney, Texas?

Lockney has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Lockney, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lockney is 5.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Lockney, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Lockney on MySchoolScout is Lockney H S with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Lockney, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Lockney on MySchoolScout is Lockney EL with a composite score of 3.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Lockney, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Lockney on MySchoolScout is Lockney J H with a composite score of 4.6/10.

What is the best high school in Lockney, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Lockney on MySchoolScout is Lockney H S with a composite score of 6.9/10.

How many school districts serve Lockney, Texas?

Lockney is served by 1 school district: Lockney ISD.

What is the education level in Lockney, Texas?

According to Census data, 16% of adults in Lockney have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lockney, Texas?

The median household income in Lockney is approximately $60,101 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Lockney, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lockney is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lockney, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.