For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 749 students in 79120, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79120, TX are Highland Park Elementary School, Highland Park High School and Highland Park Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79120 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79120, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79120, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15300 Amarillo Blvd E
Amarillo, TX 79120
(806) 335-2823
Amarillo, TX 79120
(806) 335-2823
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Highland Park High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15300 Amarillo Blvd E
Amarillo, TX 79120
(806) 335-2823
Amarillo, TX 79120
(806) 335-2823
Gr: 9-12 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Highland Park Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15300 Amarillo Blvd E
Amarillo, TX 79120
(806) 335-2823
Amarillo, TX 79120
(806) 335-2823
Gr: 6-8 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 79120, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79120, TX include Highland Park Elementary School, Highland Park High School and Highland Park Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 79120?
3 public schools are located in 79120.
What is the racial composition of students in 79120?
79120 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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