For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 406 students in 79124, TX.
The top ranked public school in 79124, TX is Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 79124 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79124, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79124, TX Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2801 N Coulter St
Amarillo, TX 79124
(806) 326-3400
Amarillo, TX 79124
(806) 326-3400
Gr: 5-8 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79124, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79124, TX include Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 79124?
1 public schools are located in 79124.
What is the racial composition of students in 79124?
79124 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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