For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,003 students in 79108, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79108, TX are Pleasant Valley Elementary School, River Road Middle School and Willow Vista Eca. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79108 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79108, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79108, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4413 River Dr
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 326-5000
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 326-5000
Grades: PK-5
| 199 students
Rank: #22.
River Road Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9500 U S 287 N
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 381-7800
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 381-7800
Grades: 6-8
| 305 students
Rank: #33.
Willow Vista Eca
(Math: 42% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7600 Pavillard
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8820
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8820
Grades: PK-1
| 198 students
Rank: #44.
Rolling Hills Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2800 W Cherry Ave
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8621
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8621
Grades: 2-5
| 301 students
79108, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
North Heights Alter (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
9500 U S 287 N
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 381-7800
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 381-7800
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
9500 Us 287 N
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8721
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8721
Grades: 7-9
| 206 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 79108, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 79108, TX include Pleasant Valley Elementary School, River Road Middle School and Willow Vista Eca.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79108?
4 public elementary schools are located in 79108.
What is the racial composition of students in 79108?
79108 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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