Best 79106 Texas Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,379 students in 79106, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 79106, TX are Crockett Middle School and Houston Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 79106 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 79106, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79106, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crockett Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4720 Floyd St
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 326-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Houston Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
815 Independence
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 middle schools in 79106, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 79106, TX include Crockett Middle School and Houston Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 79106?
2 public middle schools are located in 79106.
What is the racial composition of students in 79106?
79106 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Recent Articles

What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
Discover how rising e-bike use and increasing traffic are changing school commutes, and what parents should evaluate before choosing a public school.
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
Learn how to evaluate a public school's safety beyond lockdown drills, including school climate, emergency planning, mental health support, and communication.
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
Learn how to evaluate a public school's special education capacity before enrolling your child, from staffing and IEP implementation to inclusion and support services.

Quick Links