For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,575 students in 79108, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 79108, TX are River Road Middle School, Pleasant Valley Elementary School and Rolling Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79108 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 79108, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79108, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
River Road Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9500 U S 287 N
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 381-7800
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 381-7800
Grades: 6-8
| 331 students
Rank: #22.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4413 River Dr
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 326-5000
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 326-5000
Grades: PK-5
| 235 students
Rank: #33.
Rolling Hills Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2800 W Cherry Ave
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8621
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8621
Grades: 1-5
| 418 students
Rank: #44.
River Road High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 W Mobley
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8867
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8867
Grades: 9-12
| 448 students
Rank: #55.
Willow Vista Eca
(Math: 42% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7600 Pavillard
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8820
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8820
Grades: PK-K
| 143 students
79108, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
North Heights Alter (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
9500 U S 287 N
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 381-7800
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 381-7800
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
9500 Us 287 N
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8721
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8721
Grades: 7-9
| 206 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79108, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79108, TX include River Road Middle School, Pleasant Valley Elementary School and Rolling Hills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79108, TX?
5 public schools are located in 79108, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in 79108, TX?
79108, TX public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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