Amarillo High School is a school located in the city of Amarillo, Texas, United States and is one of four high schools in the Amarillo Independent School District and classified as a 5A school by the University Interscholastic League. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 2,170 students in grades 9-12, Amarillo High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amarillo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amarillo High School's student population of 2,170 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Year Founded
1889
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Amarillo High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amarillo High School is 0.51, 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
#2387 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
66%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amarillo High School's ranking?
Amarillo High School is ranked #2387 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Amarillo High School often compared to?
Amarillo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randall High School, Canyon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amarillo High School?
The graduation rate of Amarillo High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Amarillo High School?
2,170 students attend Amarillo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Amarillo High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amarillo High School?
Amarillo High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Amarillo High School offer ?
Amarillo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Amarillo High School part of?
Amarillo High School is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Amarillo High School located?
Amarillo High School is located in the Puckett neighborhood of Amarillo, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Puckett.
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