Best 79107 Texas Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 3,534 students in 79107, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 79107, TX are Whittier Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School and Eastridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79107 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79107, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79107, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2004 N Marrs
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
600 N Cleveland
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4350
Gr: PK-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Eastridge Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1314 Evergreen
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Forest Hill Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3515 Amarillo Blvd E
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
920 N Mirror
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-5150
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Park Hills Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
119 N E 15th
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4750
Gr: PK-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #77.
Mesa Verde Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4011 Beaver
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #88.
Hamlet Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
705 Sycamore
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
1800 N Travis
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4200
Gr: PK-1 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 79107 Texas

79107, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Broaddus Daep (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
119 Ne 15th
Amarillo, TX 79107
(936) 872-3041
2815 Martin Rd
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3800
Gr: 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 79107, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 79107, TX include Whittier Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School and Eastridge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 79107?
9 public preschools are located in 79107.
What is the racial composition of students in 79107?
79107 public preschools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

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