Americas High School is a high school in El Paso, Texas, United States.
Serving 2,188 students in grades 9-12, Americas High School ranks in the bottom 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Americas High School's student population of 2,188 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Red, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Americas High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Americas High School is 0.13, 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
#5458 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Americas High School's ranking?
Americas High School is ranked #5458 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Americas High School often compared to?
Americas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Dorado High School, Eastlake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Americas High School?
The graduation rate of Americas High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Americas High School?
2,188 students attend Americas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Americas High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Americas High School?
Americas High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Americas High School offer ?
Americas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Americas High School part of?
Americas High School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Americas High School located?
Americas High School is located in the East El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 36 other public schools located in East El Paso.
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