For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,033 students in 79102, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 472 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 79102, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 79102, TX are Bivins Elementary School, Sanborn Elementary School and Tascosa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79102 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79102, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79102, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bivins Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1500 S Fannin
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 326-4100
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 326-4100
Grades: PK-5
| 420 students
Rank: #22.
Sanborn Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 S Roberts
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 326-5250
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 326-5250
Grades: PK-5
| 394 students
Rank: #33.
Tascosa High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3921 Westlawn
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 326-2600
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 326-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,208 students
Rank: n/an/a
3601 Plains Blvd
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 326-2800
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 326-2800
Grades: 9-12
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79102, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79102, TX include Bivins Elementary School, Sanborn Elementary School and Tascosa High School.
How many public schools are located in 79102?
4 public schools are located in 79102.
What percentage of students in 79102 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 79102 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79102?
79102 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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