For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 public elementary schools serving 5,729 students in 79107, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79107, TX are Whittier Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School and George Washington Carver El Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79107 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79107, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79107, TX Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2004 N Marrs
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-5600
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 453 students
Rank: #22.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 N Cleveland
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4350
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4350
Grades: PK-5
| 484 students
Rank: #33.
George Washington Carver El Academy
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1905 W 12th
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4150
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4150
Grades: 2-5
| 327 students
Rank: #44.
Forest Hill Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3515 Amarillo Blvd E
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4400
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4400
Grades: PK-5
| 494 students
Rank: #55.
Eastridge Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1314 Evergreen
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4300
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 596 students
Rank: #66.
Park Hills Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
119 N E 15th
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4750
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4750
Grades: PK-5
| 262 students
Rank: #77.
Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
920 N Mirror
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-5150
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-5150
Grades: PK-5
| 497 students
Rank: #88.
Mesa Verde Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4011 Beaver
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4800
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4800
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
Rank: #99.
Mann Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
610 N Buchanan
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3700
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3700
Grades: 6-8
| 458 students
Rank: #1010.
Travis Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2815 Martin Rd
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3800
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3800
Grades: 6-8
| 629 students
Rank: #1111.
Travis 6th Grade Campus
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Ne 24th
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3809
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3809
Grades: 6
| 308 students
Rank: #1212.
Johnny N Allen-6th Grade Campus
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 N Lincoln
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3770
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3770
Grades: 6
| 193 students
Rank: #1313.
Hamlet Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
705 Sycamore
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4500
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 295 students
Rank: n/an/a
1800 N Travis
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4200
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-4200
Grades: PK-1
| 338 students
79107, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Broaddus Daep (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
119 Ne 15th
Amarillo, TX 79107
(936) 872-3041
Amarillo, TX 79107
(936) 872-3041
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Travis Language Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
2815 Martin Rd
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3800
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3800
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79107, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79107, TX include Whittier Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School and George Washington Carver El Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79107?
14 public elementary schools are located in 79107.
What is the racial composition of students in 79107?
79107 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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