For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,022 students in 79107, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 79107, TX are Palo Duro High School and North Heights Alter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79107 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79107, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79107 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Palo Duro High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79107, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palo Duro High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1400 N Grant
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-2400
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,902 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
North Heights Alter
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
607 N Hughes
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-2850
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-2850
Gr: 9-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
79107, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Travis Language Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
2815 Martin Rd
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3800
Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 326-3800
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79107, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79107, TX include Palo Duro High School and North Heights Alter.
How many public high schools are located in 79107?
2 public high schools are located in 79107.
What is the racial composition of students in 79107?
79107 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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