Best 79103 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,179 students in 79103, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 79103, TX are Glenwood Elementary School, Oak Dale Elementary School and Lawndale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 79103 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 79103, TX have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79103, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2407 S Houston
Amarillo, TX 79103
(806) 326-4450
Gr: PK-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Oak Dale Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2711 S Hill
Amarillo, TX 79103
(806) 326-4850
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Lawndale Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2215 S Bivins
Amarillo, TX 79103
(806) 326-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Caprock High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3001 E 34th
Amarillo, TX 79103
(806) 326-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,058 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 79103, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 79103, TX include Glenwood Elementary School, Oak Dale Elementary School and Lawndale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 79103?
4 public schools are located in 79103.
What is the racial composition of students in 79103?
79103 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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