Excellent
#549 of 7,897 schools in TX
Top 7% in state
Park Hills EL
Elementary School · AMARILLO ISD
119 N E 15TH, Amarillo, TX 79107
About Park Hills EL
PARK HILLS EL is a regular public elementary school located in Amarillo, Texas. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 229 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1 with 19 full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 6.9 out of 10, placing it at the 75th percentile among Texas schools according to its state ranking of #2137 out of 8,598 schools.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 44% meet or exceed proficiency standards in Math. These scores indicate areas where the school is focusing on student development and growth. PARK HILLS EL is situated in a mid-size city setting within Potter County.
While there isn't specific information about the surrounding neighborhood, the school serves as an integral part of the community it calls home.
Score Breakdown
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Park Hills EL — Students at Park Hills EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
📉 DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Park Hills EL Compares
See how Park Hills EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 47% (2019) to 42% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 42% (2019) to 42% (2021).
Location
119 N E 15TH, Amarillo, TX 79107
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PALO DURO H S AMARILLO | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| JOHNNY N ALLEN-6TH GRADE CAMPUS AMARILLO | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| MANN MIDDLE AMARILLO | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| HAMLET EL AMARILLO | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| NORTH HEIGHTS ALTER AMARILLO | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ROGERS EL AMARILLO | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| EMERSON EL AMARILLO | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY AMARILLO | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EL ACADEMY AMARILLO | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| PLEASANT VALLEY EL AMARILLO | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| SANBORN EL AMARILLO | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| TRAVIS MIDDLE AMARILLO | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| TRAVIS 6TH GRADE CAMPUS AMARILLO | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| WHITTIER EL AMARILLO | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| FOREST HILL EL AMARILLO | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| WOLFLIN EL AMARILLO | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| BIVINS EL AMARILLO | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| GLENWOOD EL AMARILLO | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| BOWIE MIDDLE AMARILLO | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MESA VERDE EL AMARILLO | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)
Census data for ZIP 79107 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,047
Median Home Value
$81,900
Median Rent
$956/mo
Population
38,441
College Educated
7.3%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
30.7%
Median Age
32.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Hills EL
What grades does Park Hills EL serve?
Park Hills EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Park Hills EL?
Park Hills EL has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Hills EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Hills EL is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park Hills EL rank in TX?
Park Hills EL is ranked #549 out of 7,897 schools in TX.
What is Park Hills EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Hills EL has a composite rating of 8.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
What are the test scores at Park Hills EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Park Hills EL has 44.5% math proficiency and 42.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Park Hills EL a charter school?
No, Park Hills EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park Hills EL a Title I school?
No, Park Hills EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Hills EL?
95.6% of students at Park Hills EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 229
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Potter County
- Phone
- (806) 326-4750
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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