Serving 242 students in grades 9-12, Premier H S Of Amarillo ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Premier H S Of Amarillo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Premier H S Of Amarillo's student population of 242 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Premier H S Of Amarillo 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 Premier H S Of Amarillo is 0.61, 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
#5498 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
38%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Premier H S Of Amarillo's ranking?
Premier H S Of Amarillo is ranked #5498 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Premier H S Of Amarillo?
The graduation rate of Premier H S Of Amarillo is 75-79%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Premier H S Of Amarillo?
242 students attend Premier H S Of Amarillo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Premier H S Of Amarillo students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Premier H S Of Amarillo?
Premier H S Of Amarillo has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Premier H S Of Amarillo offer ?
Premier H S Of Amarillo offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Premier H S Of Amarillo part of?
Premier H S Of Amarillo is part of Premier High Schools.
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