For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,369 students in 79119, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 133 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 79119, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 79119, TX are Hillside Elementary School, Greenways Intermediate School and Heritage Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79119 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79119, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79119, TX Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9600 Perry Ave
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 677-2520
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 677-2520
Grades: PK-4
| 348 students
Rank: #22.
Greenways Intermediate School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8100 Pineridge
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 677-2460
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 677-2460
Grades: 5-6
| 619 students
Rank: #33.
Heritage Hills Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8200 Crestline Dr
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 510-2000
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 510-2000
Grades: PK-4
| 402 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79119, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79119, TX include Hillside Elementary School, Greenways Intermediate School and Heritage Hills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79119?
3 public schools are located in 79119.
What percentage of students in 79119 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 79119 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79119?
79119 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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