Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Amarillo Collegiate Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amarillo Collegiate Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amarillo Collegiate Academy's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Amarillo Collegiate Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amarillo Collegiate Academy is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2887 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amarillo Collegiate Academy's ranking?
Amarillo Collegiate Academy is ranked #2887 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amarillo Collegiate Academy?
The graduation rate of Amarillo Collegiate Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Amarillo Collegiate Academy?
464 students attend Amarillo Collegiate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Amarillo Collegiate Academy students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amarillo Collegiate Academy?
Amarillo Collegiate Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Amarillo Collegiate Academy offer ?
Amarillo Collegiate Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Amarillo Collegiate Academy part of?
Amarillo Collegiate Academy is part of Texas College Preparatory Academies School District.
School Reviews
5 3/13/2026
All three of our kids attended from elementary through graduation. All were successful, even with different personalities and learning styles. We are thankful for ACA!
5 10/10/2025
Wonderful approach to learning for kids. My son loves it as much as I do. The teachers and staff really care about the students well being.
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