For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,292 students in 79109, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 79109, TX are Amarillo High School and Richard Milburn Academy Amarillo. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79109 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79109, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79109 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Amarillo High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79109, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amarillo High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4225 Danbury
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-2000
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 326-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,170 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Richard Milburn Academy Amarillo
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4106 Sw 51st St
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 463-2284
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 463-2284
Gr: 9-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 79109, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 79109, TX include Amarillo High School and Richard Milburn Academy Amarillo.
How many public high schools are located in 79109?
2 public high schools are located in 79109.
What is the racial composition of students in 79109?
79109 public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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