Amarillo H S vs Sunset H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 538 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amarillo H S
Amarillo · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,161 students
Sunset H S
Dallas · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,164 students
| Measure | Amarillo H S Amarillo, Texas | Sunset H S Dallas, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #528 of 1,419 | #1004 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #6579 of 16,910 | #10733 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,161 | 2,164 |
| Enrollment | 2,161 | 2,164 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.4% | 93.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 72% |
| city | Amarillo | Dallas |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Amarillo H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.9 vs 41.0).
- •Sunset H S does better on math proficiency (72% vs 44%).
- •Amarillo H S does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 35%).
- •Amarillo H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.4% vs 93.5%).
- •Amarillo H S does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 16.3).
- •Sunset H S is the larger school with 2,164 students compared with 2,161.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo H S better than Sunset H S?
On the Success Index (US), Amarillo H S ranks higher (56.9 vs 41.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Amarillo H S and Sunset H S?
About 538 km in a straight line, between Amarillo and Dallas in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amarillo H S: 2,161. Sunset H S: 2,164. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amarillo H S and Sunset H S rank in Texas?
Amarillo H S is 528th of 1,419 and Sunset H S is 1004th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).