For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,436 students in 79119, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79119, TX are Hillside Elementary School, Greenways Intermediate School and Heritage Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79119 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79119, TX have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79119, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9600 Perry Ave
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 677-2520
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 677-2520
Gr: PK-4 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Greenways Intermediate School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8100 Pineridge
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 677-2460
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 677-2460
Gr: 5-6 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Heritage Hills Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8200 Crestline Dr
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 510-2000
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 510-2000
Gr: PK-4 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79119, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79119, TX include Hillside Elementary School, Greenways Intermediate School and Heritage Hills Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79119?
3 public elementary schools are located in 79119.
What is the racial composition of students in 79119?
79119 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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