Top 5 Best 79106 Texas Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,331 students in 79106, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 401 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 79106, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 79106, TX are Woodlands Elementary School, Belmar Elementary School and Crockett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79106 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 79106, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79106, TX Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Woodlands Elementary School
Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2501 N Coulter
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-5800
Grades: PK-4
| 434 students
Rank: #22.
Belmar Elementary School
Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6324 Adirondack
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-4050
Grades: PK-5
| 363 students
Rank: #33.
Crockett Middle School
Math: 66% | Reading: 47%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4720 Floyd St
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-3300
Grades: 6-8
| 868 students
Rank: #44.
Olsen Park Elementary School
Math: 45% | Reading: 49%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2409 Anna
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-4900
Grades: PK-5
| 424 students
Rank: #55.
Avondale Elementary School
Math: 55% | Reading: 41%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1500 Avondale
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-4000
Grades: PK-5
| 563 students
Rank: #66.
Wills Elementary School
Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3500 W 11th
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-5650
Grades: PK-5
| 486 students
Rank: #77.
Houston Middle School
Math: 32% | Reading: 28%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
815 Independence
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-3600
Grades: 6-8
| 707 students
Rank: #88.
San Jacinto Elementary School
Math: 29% | Reading: 26%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3400 W 4th
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-5200
Grades: PK-5
| 486 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 79106 Texas

79106, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
7200 I 40 W
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-1334
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
7200 I-40 W
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 354-4287
Grades: n/a
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 79106, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79106, TX include Woodlands Elementary School, Belmar Elementary School and Crockett Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 79106, TX?
8 public schools are located in 79106, TX.
What percentage of students in 79106, TX go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 79106, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79106, TX?
79106, TX public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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