For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,088 students in 79118, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 79118, TX are Sundown Lane Elementary School, City View Elementary School and Tradewind Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 79118 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 79118, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79118, TX Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sundown Lane Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4546 W Sundown Ln
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 677-2400
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 677-2400
Gr: PK-4 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
City View Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3400 Knoll
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 677-2500
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 677-2500
Gr: PK-4 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Tradewind Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4300 Williams
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 326-5500
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 326-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6407 Lair Rd
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 677-2830
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 677-2830
Gr: PK-4 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
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 preschools in 79118, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 79118, TX include Sundown Lane Elementary School, City View Elementary School and Tradewind Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 79118?
4 public preschools are located in 79118.
What is the racial composition of students in 79118?
79118 public preschools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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