Amarillo H S vs Western Plateau El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.8 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
Western Plateau El
Amarillo · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
400 students
| Measure | Amarillo H S Amarillo, Texas | Western Plateau El Amarillo, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #528 of 1,419 | #1329 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #6579 of 16,910 | #20371 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,161 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 2,161 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.4% | 61.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 59% |
| city | Amarillo | Amarillo |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (56.9 vs 56.9).
- •Western Plateau El does better on math proficiency (59% vs 44%).
- •Amarillo H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.4% vs 61.8%).
- •Western Plateau El does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.9).
- •Amarillo H S is the larger school with 2,161 students compared with 400.
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 Western Plateau El?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Amarillo H S and Western Plateau El?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Amarillo and Amarillo in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amarillo H S: 2,161. Western Plateau El: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amarillo H S and Western Plateau El rank in Texas?
Amarillo H S is 528th of 1,419 and Western Plateau El is 1329th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).