For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,292 students in 79109, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 79109, TX are Amarillo High School and Richard Milburn Academy Amarillo. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79109 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79109, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79109 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Amarillo High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79109, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amarillo High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4225 Danbury
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-2000
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,170 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Richard Milburn Academy Amarillo
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4106 Sw 51st St
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 463-2284
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 463-2284
Gr: 9-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 79109, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 79109, TX include Amarillo High School and Richard Milburn Academy Amarillo.
How many public high schools are located in 79109?
2 public high schools are located in 79109.
What is the racial composition of students in 79109?
79109 public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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