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 2,161 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: AMARILLO H S serves the southwest part of Amarillo, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 11.5 square miles. Students typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- 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 2,161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,161 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1889
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to graduate every student prepared for life and success beyond high school
School Rankings
Amarillo High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amarillo High School is 0.52, 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
#2008 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amarillo High School's ranking?
Amarillo High School is ranked #2008 out of 8,096 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Amarillo High School?
2,161 students attend Amarillo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Amarillo High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 16:1, 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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