Lynn County Schools & Education
Lynn County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
40/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
82.8%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.8%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,966
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
40/100
Higher = better
State avg 56/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#218
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Lynn County
School Verdict
Lynn County faces educational challenges with a school score of 40/100 and a graduation rate of 82.8%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,966 per pupil, Lynn County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Lynn County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 29% below the Texas average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 8.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 6% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Lynn County, Texas
A Small but Specialized School System
Lynn County supports 1,634 students across six public schools and four districts. The infrastructure features a unique mix of one elementary, one middle, and one high school, alongside three comprehensive K-12 'other' campuses.
High Investment per Student
The county spends $7,966 per pupil, which is higher than the Texas state average of $7,498. While the graduation rate of 82.8% trails the state benchmark, the composite school score of 51.8 remains above the national median of 50.0.
New Home and Tahoka Districts Provide Stability
New Home ISD serves the most students in a single school with 626 enrolled, while Tahoka ISD manages three separate campuses for 595 students. O'Donnell and Wilson ISDs round out the local offerings with specialized K-12 schools.
Balanced Between Town and Country
Educational life is evenly split between three town-based schools and three rural campuses, averaging 272 students each. New Home School is the largest campus at 626 students, while Wilson School offers a very intimate setting with just 125 students.
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Lynn County is an ideal spot for those seeking a rural or small-town lifestyle with high per-student funding. Prospective buyers should explore the New Home or Tahoka areas to find a home near these dedicated community schools.
School Overview
Total Schools
6
in Lynn County
Total Enrollment
1,634
students
School Districts
4
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
4 School Districts in Lynn County
NEW HOME ISD
TAHOKA ISD
O'DONNELL ISD
WILSON ISD
6 Public Schools in Lynn County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW HOME SCHOOL | NEW HOME ISD | PK–12 | Other | 626 |
| TAHOKA EL | TAHOKA ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 298 |
| O'DONNELL SCHOOL | O'DONNELL ISD | PK–12 | Other | 288 |
| TAHOKA H S | TAHOKA ISD | 9–12 | High | 175 |
| WILSON SCHOOL | WILSON ISD | PK–12 | Other | 125 |
| TAHOKA MIDDLE | TAHOKA ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 122 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,966
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Lynn County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Lynn County, Texas?
Lynn County supports 1,634 students across six public schools and four districts. The infrastructure features a unique mix of one elementary, one middle, and one high school, alongside three comprehensive K-12 'other' campuses.
How do schools in Lynn County perform academically?
The county spends $7,966 per pupil, which is higher than the Texas state average of $7,498. While the graduation rate of 82.8% trails the state benchmark, the composite school score of 51.8 remains above the national median of 50.0.
What are the major school districts in Lynn County, Texas?
New Home ISD serves the most students in a single school with 626 enrolled, while Tahoka ISD manages three separate campuses for 595 students. O'Donnell and Wilson ISDs round out the local offerings with specialized K-12 schools.
What is the school experience like in Lynn County?
Educational life is evenly split between three town-based schools and three rural campuses, averaging 272 students each. New Home School is the largest campus at 626 students, while Wilson School offers a very intimate setting with just 125 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Lynn County, Texas?
Lynn County is an ideal spot for those seeking a rural or small-town lifestyle with high per-student funding. Prospective buyers should explore the New Home or Tahoka areas to find a home near these dedicated community schools.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.