For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,190 students in 79102, TX.
The top ranked public high school in 79102, TX is Tascosa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 79102 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 79102, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 79102 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tascosa High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79102, TX Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tascosa High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3921 Westlawn
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 326-2600
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 326-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,187 students
Rank: n/an/a
3601 Plains Blvd
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 326-2800
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 326-2800
Grades: 11-12
| 3 students
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 79102, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 79102, TX include Tascosa High School.
How many public high schools are located in 79102?
2 public high schools are located in 79102.
What is the racial composition of students in 79102?
79102 public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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