For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,390 students in 79108, TX.
The top ranked public schools in 79108, TX are Pleasant Valley Elementary School, River Road Middle School and River Road High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79108 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79108, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79108, TX 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4413 River Dr
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 326-5000
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 326-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
River Road Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9500 U S 287 N
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 381-7800
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 381-7800
Gr: 6-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
River Road High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 W Mobley
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8867
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8867
Gr: 9-12 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: PK-1 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Rolling Hills Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2800 W Cherry Ave
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8621
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8621
Gr: 2-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
79108, Texas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9500 Us 287 N
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8721
Amarillo, TX 79108
(806) 383-8721
Gr: 7-9 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 79108, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 79108, TX include Pleasant Valley Elementary School, River Road Middle School and River Road High School.
How many public schools are located in 79108?
5 public schools are located in 79108.
What is the racial composition of students in 79108?
79108 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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