For the 2024 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 8,175 students in 79109, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 79109, TX are Puckett Elementary School, Arden Road Elementary School and Amarillo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79109 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 79109, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79109, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Puckett Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6700 Oakhurst
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-5050
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-5050
Grades: PK-5
| 331 students
Rank: #22.
Arden Road Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6801 Learning Tree Ave
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 677-2360
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 677-2360
Grades: PK-4
| 454 students
Rank: #33.
Amarillo High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4225 Danbury
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-2000
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-2000
Grades: 9-12
| 2,168 students
Rank: #44.
Westover Park J High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7200 W Pkwy
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 677-2420
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 677-2420
Grades: 7-8
| 1,042 students
Rank: #55.
Windsor Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6700 Hyde Pkwy
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-5700
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-5700
Grades: PK-5
| 447 students
Rank: #66.
Wolflin Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2026 S Hughes
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 371-5790
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 371-5790
Grades: PK-5
| 331 students
Rank: #77.
Bonham Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5600 S W 49th
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-3100
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-3100
Grades: 6-8
| 851 students
Rank: #88.
Western Plateau Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4927 Shawnee
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-5550
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-5550
Grades: PK-5
| 417 students
Rank: #99.
Austin Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1808 Wimberly Rd
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-3000
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-3000
Grades: 6-8
| 752 students
Rank: #1010.
Ridgecrest Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5306 W 37th
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-5100
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-5100
Grades: PK-5
| 419 students
Rank: #1111.
Paramount Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3906 Cougar Dr
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-4950
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-4950
Grades: PK-5
| 346 students
Rank: #1212.
Coronado Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3210 Wimberly Rd
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 354-4600
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 354-4600
Grades: PK-5
| 435 students
Rank: #1313.
Richard Milburn Amarillo
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4106 Sw 51st St
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 463-2284
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 463-2284
Grades: 9-12
| 182 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79109, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79109, TX include Puckett Elementary School, Arden Road Elementary School and Amarillo High School.
How many public schools are located in 79109, TX?
13 public schools are located in 79109, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in 79109, TX?
79109, TX public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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