For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,166 students in 79118, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 79118, TX are Randall High School and Youth Ctr Of High Plains. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79118 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79118, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79118 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Randall High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79118, TX Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Randall High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9201 Bell St
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 677-2333
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 677-2333
Gr: 9-12 | 1,126 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Youth Ctr Of High Plains
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9300 S Georgia
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 677-2450
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 677-2450
Gr: 4-11 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
79118, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9000 Valleyview Dr
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 358-7551
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 358-7551
Gr: 8-9 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79118, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79118, TX include Randall High School and Youth Ctr Of High Plains.
How many public high schools are located in 79118?
2 public high schools are located in 79118.
What is the racial composition of students in 79118?
79118 public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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