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River Road H S

High School · RIVER ROAD ISD

101 W MOBLEY, Amarillo, TX 79108

387
Students
10.5:1
Student-Teacher
9th – 12th
Grades Served
#4458 of 7,897 in TX

About River Road H S

River Road High School serves 387 students in grades 9-12 in Amarillo, Texas, offering a more intimate learning environment with a favorable 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio supported by 37 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned recognition with a 7.3 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranks #1259 out of 8,598 Texas high schools, placing it in the 85th percentile statewide. This regular public school provides students with personalized attention that can be harder to find in larger institutions.

The smaller class sizes allow teachers to develop stronger relationships with students and provide more individualized instruction, which can be particularly beneficial during the critical high school years when students are preparing for their post-graduation plans. The school draws from a diverse community where the median household income is $60,115 and median home values are $130,600. While 17.8% of families in the area face economic challenges, the school serves students from various backgrounds, with 13% of adults in the zip code holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

River Road High School is situated in a rural setting near town in Potter County, providing students with a quieter learning environment while still maintaining access to urban amenities and opportunities in the greater Amarillo area.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student Progress3.5Fair36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-7.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Fair36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22%
Reading/ELA Proficiency42%
Overall Proficiency32%
Expected (poverty-adj.)42%
vs. Expected-10.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.2Exceptional29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1

River Road H S — Students at River Road H S score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 32.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

📉 Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How River Road H S Compares

See how River Road H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
44th percentile in TX
Academic
3.8/10
3.8/10
Growth
3.5/10
Below average
Environment
9.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers

Location

101 W MOBLEY, Amarillo, TX 79108

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
RIVER ROAD MIDDLE AMARILLO 0.2 mi 8.2
WILLOW VISTA ECA AMARILLO 1.7 mi 6.6
ROLLING HILLS EL AMARILLO 2.2 mi 7.7
PLEASANT VALLEY EL AMARILLO 3.6 mi 7.8
HAMLET EL AMARILLO 4.5 mi 4.5
TRAVIS 6TH GRADE CAMPUS AMARILLO 5.1 mi 4.4
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY AMARILLO 5.2 mi 6.1
PARK HILLS EL AMARILLO 5.4 mi 8.1
TRAVIS MIDDLE AMARILLO 5.3 mi 6.4
MESA VERDE EL AMARILLO 5.2 mi 5.4
PALO DURO H S AMARILLO 5.5 mi 6.5
WHITTIER EL AMARILLO 5.4 mi 7.3
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EL ACADEMY AMARILLO 5.8 mi 5.3
ROGERS EL AMARILLO 5.8 mi 7.1
NORTH HEIGHTS ALTER AMARILLO 6.0 mi 6.6
JOHNNY N ALLEN-6TH GRADE CAMPUS AMARILLO 6.1 mi 6.2
MANN MIDDLE AMARILLO 6.1 mi 6.7
EMERSON EL AMARILLO 6.3 mi 7.6
FOREST HILL EL AMARILLO 6.2 mi 7.9
SAN JACINTO EL AMARILLO 6.9 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)

Census data for ZIP 79108 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,115

Median Home Value

$130,600

Median Rent

$1,049/mo

Population

11,161

College Educated

13.2%

Homeownership

76.6%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about River Road H S

What grades does River Road H S serve?

River Road H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend River Road H S?

River Road H S has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at River Road H S?

The student-teacher ratio at River Road H S is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does River Road H S rank in TX?

River Road H S is ranked #4458 out of 7,897 schools in TX.

What is River Road H S's MySchoolScout rating?

River Road H S has a composite rating of 5.2 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 River Road H S?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, River Road H S has 32.0% math proficiency and 47.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is River Road H S a charter school?

No, River Road H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is River Road H S a Title I school?

No, River Road H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Road H S?

56.1% of students at River Road H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Potter County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Test Scores: TX EDFACTS (2020-21) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2018-2022) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details