For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 619 students in 79118, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in 79118, TX is Youth Ctr Of High Plains. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 79118 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 79118, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 79118, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Youth Ctr Of High Plains
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9300 S Georgia
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 677-2450
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 677-2450
Gr: 4-11 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
5540 Attebury Rd
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 510-2060
Amarillo, TX 79118
(806) 510-2060
Gr: 7-8 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 79118, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 79118, TX include Youth Ctr Of High Plains.
How many public middle schools are located in 79118?
2 public middle schools are located in 79118.
What is the racial composition of students in 79118?
79118 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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