For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,180 students in 79110, TX (there are , serving 496 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 79110, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 79110, TX are Gene Howe Elementary School, South Georgia Elementary School and South Lawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79110 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79110, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79110, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gene Howe Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5108 Pico
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 677-2380
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 677-2380
Gr: PK-4 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
South Georgia Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5018 Susan Dr
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 326-5350
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 326-5350
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
South Lawn Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4719 S Bowie
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 326-5401
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 326-5401
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Landergin Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3209 S Taylor
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 326-4650
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 326-4650
Gr: PK-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Lipscomb
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 326-4600
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 326-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Fannin Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4627 S Rusk
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 326-3500
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 326-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79110, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79110, TX include Gene Howe Elementary School, South Georgia Elementary School and South Lawn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79110?
6 public schools are located in 79110.
What percentage of students in 79110 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 79110 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 79110?
79110 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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