For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,842 students in 79104, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79104, TX are Sunrise Elementary School, Humphrey's Highland Elementary School and Bowie Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79104 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79104, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79104, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5123 E 14th
Amarillo, TX 79104
(806) 326-5450
Amarillo, TX 79104
(806) 326-5450
Grades: PK-5
| 222 students
Rank: #22.
Humphrey's Highland Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3900 E 13th
Amarillo, TX 79104
(806) 326-4550
Amarillo, TX 79104
(806) 326-4550
Grades: PK-5
| 539 students
Rank: #33.
Bowie Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3001 E 12th
Amarillo, TX 79104
(806) 326-3200
Amarillo, TX 79104
(806) 326-3200
Grades: 6-8
| 740 students
Rank: #44.
Bowie 6th Grade Campus
(Math: 26% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2905 Tee Anchor Blvd
Amarillo, TX 79104
(806) 326-3209
Amarillo, TX 79104
(806) 326-3209
Grades: 6
| 341 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79104, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79104, TX include Sunrise Elementary School, Humphrey's Highland Elementary School and Bowie Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79104?
4 public elementary schools are located in 79104.
What is the racial composition of students in 79104?
79104 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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