Best 79104 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,842 students in 79104, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79104, TX are Sunrise Elementary School, Humphrey's Highland Elementary School and Bowie Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79104 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79104, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79104, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5123 E 14th
Amarillo, TX 79104
(806) 326-5450
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Humphrey's Highland Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3900 E 13th
Amarillo, TX 79104
(806) 326-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Bowie Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3001 E 12th
Amarillo, TX 79104
(806) 326-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Bowie 6th Grade Campus
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2905 Tee Anchor Blvd
Amarillo, TX 79104
(806) 326-3209
Gr: 6 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 79104, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79104, TX include Sunrise Elementary School, Humphrey's Highland Elementary School and Bowie Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 79104?
4 public schools are located in 79104.
What is the racial composition of students in 79104?
79104 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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