For the 2026 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 Public Schools (2026)
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 Public Schools (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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