AMARILLO HIGH SCHOOL
AMARILLO H S is a public high school that is part of the AMARILLO ISD school district, located in AMARILLO, TX with about 2,116 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 130 teachers, AMARILLO H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Amarillo High School (AHS), located at 4225 Danbury in Amarillo, Texas, is a historic and prominent secondary institution within the Amarillo Independent School District. As one of the district's oldest and largest high schools, it serves a diverse student body and maintains a reputation for strong academic programs and a competitive athletic culture. The school is well-known for its "Sandie" mascot and its long-standing traditions, which contribute to a deep sense of community pride among students, faculty, and alumni.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Amarillo High offers a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including award-winning fine arts programs, various career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and numerous student organizations. The campus is designed to foster a comprehensive high school experience that prepares students for higher education and workforce readiness. For those seeking more specific information regarding faculty, calendars, or current school policies, the district maintains an official website at http://ahsamaisd.sharpschool.com/.
For more information, contact AMARILLO H S at (806) 326-2000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AMARILLO, TX 79109-5199
(806) 326-2000
AMARILLO HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in AMARILLO, TX with about 2,116 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- AMARILLO ISD
- Total Students:
- 2,116
- Teachers:
- 130.18
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,116 students
- White
- 68.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 19.7%
- Black or African American
- 5.2%
- Asian
- 3.4%
- Two or more races
- 2.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 48.7%
- Male
- 51.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.