For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 122 students in 79109, TX.
The top-ranked public charter school in 79109, TX is Richard Milburn Academy Amarillo. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 79109 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 79109, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79109, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 charter schools in 79109, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 79109, TX include Richard Milburn Academy Amarillo.
How many public charter schools are located in 79109?
1 public charter schools are located in 79109.
What is the racial composition of students in 79109?
79109 public charter schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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