Best 79107 Texas Public High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,022 students in 79107, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 79107, TX are Palo Duro High School and North Heights Alter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79107 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79107, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79107 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Heights Alter, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79107, TX Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palo Duro High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 N Grant
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,902 students
Rank: #22.
North Heights Alter
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
607 N Hughes
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-2850
Grades: 9-12
| 120 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 79107 Texas

79107, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Broaddus Daep (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
119 Ne 15th
Amarillo, TX 79107
(936) 872-3041
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
2815 Martin Rd
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3800
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 79107, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 79107, TX include Palo Duro High School and North Heights Alter.
How many public high schools are located in 79107?
2 public high schools are located in 79107.
What is the racial composition of students in 79107?
79107 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

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