At a glance
Reported students
1,949
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
133.25
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Texas high enrollment
82nd percentile
Compared with 1,941 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
423
Palo Duro H S: 1,949 reported students.
State peer staffing position
57th percentile
14.6:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,922
- Teachers (FTE)
- 133
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.5:1
What the reported data says about Palo Duro H S
Palo Duro H S is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Amarillo. It is one of 52 current school records connected to Amarillo ISD. NCES reports 1,949 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,941 high schools in Texas with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 431 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 82nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.6:1, close to the Texas median of 13.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (59.5%) and Black (17.5%). English learners represent 22.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 3 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Palo Duro H S
- 1How do the reported 14.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 133.25 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 22.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 87.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White10.3%
- Hispanic59.5%
- Black17.5%
- Asian9.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.7%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial2.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
3 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Amarillo ISD
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Caprock H S
High · Grades 09–12
2,058 reported students
Amarillo H S
High · Grades 09–12
2,161 reported students
Tascosa H S
High · Grades 09–12
2,176 reported students
North Heights Alter
High · Grades 09–12
137 reported students
Amtech Career Academy
High · Grades 09–12
22 reported students
Bonham Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
892 reported students
Public schools near Palo Duro H S
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Heights Alter High · Amarillo ISD | 09–12 | 137 | 1.4 mi |
| Caprock H S High · Amarillo ISD | 09–12 | 2,058 | 3.5 mi |
| Amtech Career Academy High · Amarillo ISD | 09–12 | 22 | 3.6 mi |
| Tascosa H S High · Amarillo ISD | 09–12 | 2,176 | 4 mi |
| Premier H S of Amarillo High · Charter · Premier High Schools | 09–12 | 250 | 4.6 mi |
| River Road H S High · River Road ISD | 09–12 | 400 | 5.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Palo Duro H S
What grades does Palo Duro H S serve?
Palo Duro H S reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Amarillo ISD.
How many students attend Palo Duro H S?
Palo Duro H S reported 1,949 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 82nd percentile among 1,941 Texas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,922 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Palo Duro H S?
The calculated ratio is 14.6:1, based on 1,949 students and 133.25 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Texas median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Palo Duro H S a public, charter, or magnet school?
Palo Duro H S is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Amarillo ISD attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Palo Duro H S students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
87.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Palo Duro H S in?
Palo Duro H S is part of Amarillo ISD, based in Amarillo, TX, which operates 52 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Palo Duro H S?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include North Heights Alter (1.4 mi), Caprock H S (3.5 mi), Amtech Career Academy (3.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.