Emerson El vs Palo Duro H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson El
Amarillo · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
500 students
Palo Duro H S
Amarillo · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,949 students
| Measure | Emerson El Amarillo, Texas | Palo Duro H S Amarillo, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1871 of 4,686 | #1151 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #25500 of 50,301 | #12093 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 500 | 1,949 |
| Enrollment | 500 | 1,949 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95% | 87.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 49% |
| city | Amarillo | Amarillo |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.5 vs 35.5).
- •Emerson El does better on math proficiency (65% vs 49%).
- •Emerson El does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 30%).
- •Palo Duro H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.1% vs 95%).
- •Palo Duro H S is the larger school with 1,949 students compared with 500.
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 Emerson El better than Palo Duro H S?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson El ranks higher (49.5 vs 35.5 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 Emerson El and Palo Duro H S?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Amarillo and Amarillo in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson El: 500. Palo Duro H S: 1,949. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson El and Palo Duro H S rank in Texas?
Emerson El is 1871st of 4,686 and Palo Duro H S is 1151st of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).