Summary:
The 79106 zip code area of Amarillo, Texas is home to 8 schools, including 6 elementary schools and 2 middle schools, all part of the Amarillo Independent School District (ISD). While the district as a whole is ranked 442 out of 968 in Texas, several standout schools in this area demonstrate strong academic performance.
Woodlands Elementary is a top-performing school, ranking 124 out of 4,675 elementary schools in Texas and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. It boasts significantly higher test scores than the district and state averages, with over 80% of 3rd and 4th graders proficient in reading and math. In contrast, San Jacinto Elementary, the school with the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 95.24%, struggles with lower test scores and a 3-star rating.
Other high-performing schools in the area include Olsen Park Elementary and Belmar Elementary, both of which have 4-star ratings and strong academic outcomes. The middle schools, Crockett Middle and Houston Middle, also stand out with low dropout rates. However, the data suggests that high-poverty schools in the area face additional challenges in supporting student achievement.
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