For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 536 students in 79120, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79120, TX are Highland Park Elementary School and Highland Park Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79120 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79120, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79120, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15300 Amarillo Blvd E
Amarillo, TX 79120
(806) 335-2823
Amarillo, TX 79120
(806) 335-2823
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Highland Park Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15300 Amarillo Blvd E
Amarillo, TX 79120
(806) 335-2823
Amarillo, TX 79120
(806) 335-2823
Gr: 6-8 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79120, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79120, TX include Highland Park Elementary School and Highland Park Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79120?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79120.
What is the racial composition of students in 79120?
79120 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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