Amarillo High School

Direction4225 Danbury, Amarillo, TX, 79109
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Public School AMARILLO ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

B
Good
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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 92
Student Progress 89
Closing Performance Gaps 82
Overall 89

Distinction Designations

Medal
Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to Amarillo High School!

Nestled in the heart of Amarillo, Texas at 4225 Danbury, Amarillo High School stands as a beacon of excellence in education within the Amarillo Independent School District. With a dedicated phone line at (806) 326-2000 for any inquiries, we ensure that communication with our prospective and current families is always open and welcoming.

At Amarillo High School, quality education is not just a goal; it is a tradition we uphold with pride. Our esteemed team of 132 teachers brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the classroom, boasting an impressive average tenure of 11 years at our institution and 15 years of teaching experience. This deep-rooted expertise ensures that each student receives a rich and comprehensive learning experience.

With a current enrollment of 2,168 students, we maintain an excellent student-to-teacher ratio of 16.40, fostering an environment where personalized attention and tailored instructional strategies help each student thrive academically and personally. This individualized approach is further supported by our 23 dedicated educational aids, who assist in nurturing a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all learners.

Amarillo High School is more than just an academic institution; it is a community where young minds are inspired to reach their highest potential. We believe in fostering not only intellectual growth but also the social and emotional development of our students, preparing them to be responsible and proactive citizens.

We invite you to explore the opportunities Amarillo High School offers, where every student is a valued member of our community, and every day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Join us in our commitment to creating a future where every student achieves his or her highest potential. Connect with us today and discover how your child can excel at Amarillo High School. Together, we are shaping the future, one student at a time.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
2161
Is Charter
No
Address
4225 DANBURY, AMARILLO, TX, 79109
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Principal
MRS ANDREA PFEIFER
School District
Phone
(806) 326-2000
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Amarillo High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 119 5.51%
Hispanic 499 23.11%
White 1,412 65.40%
Asian 60 2.78%
Native American 9 0.42%
Two or More Races 53 2.45%
Total Students 2,159 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 679 31.45%
Limited English Proficiency 59 2.73%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 58 2.69%
Gifted & Talented 296 13.71%
Special Education 235 10.88%
Teacher Student Ratio 15.90 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 10 7.13%
20 - 30 years 25 18.22%
10 - 20 years 40 29.54%
6 - 10 years 24 17.71%
1- 5 years 29 20.94%
Beginning Teacher 9 6.61%
Teacher Experience Average 13.80 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 10.10 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 136 100%
Female Teachers 80 58.85 %
Male Teachers 56 41.15 %
School Admin 8
School Support 9
Edu Aids 17
Special Education 21

Amarillo High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 91% 85% 90% 98% 98%
African American 83% 67% 82% 94% 100%
Hispanic 87% 80% 83% 96% 98%
White 93% 88% 93% 99% 99%
Asian 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
Two or More Races 89% 83% 88% 100% 93%
Economically Disadvantaged 84% 75% 83% 95% 97%
Male Students 90% 83% 88% 97% 98%
Female Students 93% 88% 92% 99% 99%
Special Education 66% 51% 65% 88% 87%
Limited English Proficiency 76% 57% 79% 100% 100%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 97.1 1056 23.6 48.5
African American 87 900 * 10
Hispanic 91.8 1000 * 37.6
White 99 1080 23.8 54.2
Asian 100 1131 * 65.2
Two or More Races 100 992 * 25
Male Students 93.6 1036 25.6 42.7
Female Students 100 1074 22.6 53.7
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 80.5 81.3 74 98.1 0.8 0.2 0.8
African American 54.5 63.6 45.5 95.7 n/a n/a 4.3
Hispanic 71.8 70.9 61.8 98.2 1.8 n/a n/a
White 85.4 86.1 80.6 98.4 0.3 0.3 1
Asian 81.8 95.5 81.8 100 n/a n/a n/a
Two or More Races 81.8 63.6 54.5 91.7 8.3 n/a n/a
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 97 1.7 0.4 0.9
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 99.2 n/a n/a 0.8
Special Education 21.2 28.8 19.2 92.7 2.4 2.4 2.4
Eco Disadvantaged 66.4 62.8 51.8 95 2.1 n/a 2.8

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