Palo Duro High School

1400 N Grant
Amarillo, TX 79107
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,895 students in grades 9-12, Palo Duro High School ranks in the top 50% 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 39% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,895 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : 85% (Btm 50% in TX)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Palo Duro High School's student population of 1,895 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,895 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
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School Rankings

Palo Duro High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palo Duro High School is 0.62, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (TX)
#4002 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
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39%
37%
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33%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
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Hispanic
57%
53%
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Black
18%
13%
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White
11%
26%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.62
This chart display the diversity score of Palo Duro High School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
85%
89%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Palo Duro High School's ranking?
Palo Duro High School is ranked #4002 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Palo Duro High School often compared to?
Palo Duro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tascosa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palo Duro High School?
The graduation rate of Palo Duro High School is 85%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Palo Duro High School?
1,895 students attend Palo Duro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Palo Duro High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palo Duro High School?
Palo Duro High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palo Duro High School offer ?
Palo Duro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palo Duro High School part of?
Palo Duro High School is part of Amarillo ISD School District.

School Reviews

5   3/2/2019
It really is a good school. I have a roast free zone in my classroom, and we advocate against bullies. Our science team is really, really good. I am surprised our science stats did not show up on this site... Check your sources.
- Posted by Teacher - Mr. T
2   4/14/2014
what are you policies on bullying?do you even have any? I have a grand daughter that goes to palo puro high school.3 days out of the week she will come home sad or crying,saying that she;s being bullyed by a group of African americans,she says that she has informed the staff but yet it continues to happen,our schools should be a safe place for our children to go and learn,not to be scared of going to learn,something needs to be done!
- Posted by Parent - marti

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,895 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : 85% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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