High Schools in Amarillo Independent School District (Isd)

The Amarillo Independent School District (ISD) in Texas is home to 5 high schools serving grades 9-12. These schools vary in their academic performance, with Amarillo High School emerging as the standout, ranking 310 out of 1,987 Texas high schools and earning a 4-star rating. In contrast, North Heights Alter is the weakest performer, ranking 1,723 out of 1,987 schools with a 1-star rating.

Academically, Amarillo High School stands out, consistently outperforming the district and state averages on STAAR end-of-course exams. The school also boasts the highest graduation rate at 95.2% and the lowest dropout rate at 0.3%. Conversely, North Heights Alter has the lowest test scores, with 0% proficiency in Biology and English I Reading, as well as the highest dropout rate at 6.4%.

The high schools in the Amarillo ISD also vary in their student demographics and socioeconomic status. Amarillo High School has the highest percentage of white students at 65.99%, while Palo Duro High School has the most diverse student population, with only 11.49% white students. The schools with the highest free/reduced lunch rates, Caprock High School and Palo Duro High School, also tend to have the lowest test scores and academic performance, suggesting a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and student achievement.