For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,900 students in 79106, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 384 private students). 91% 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 53% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79106, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79106, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodlands Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2501 N Coulter
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-5800
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-5800
Gr: PK-4 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Belmar Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6324 Adirondack
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-4050
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-4050
Gr: PK-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Crockett Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4720 Floyd St
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-3300
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Olsen Park Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2409 Anna
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-4900
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Avondale Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1500 Avondale
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-4000
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Wills Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3500 W 11th
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-5650
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-5650
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
San Jacinto Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3400 W 4th
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-5200
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
Houston Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
815 Independence
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-3600
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
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?
8 public schools are located in 79106.
What percentage of students in 79106 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 79106 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79106?
79106 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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