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Amtech Career Academy
High School · AMARILLO ISD
3601 PLAINS BLVD, Amarillo, TX 79102
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
0.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
0.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very strong
About Amtech Career Academy
Amtech Career Academy is a public high school in Amarillo, TX, part of the AMARILLO ISD. The school serves approximately 11 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 0.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $48,551, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 11 students, Amtech Career Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 0.3:1, Amtech Career Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 11 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.3:1
- Address
- 3601 PLAINS BLVD, Amarillo, TX 79102
- Website
- amaisd.org/aacal
- Phone
- (806) 326-2800
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
3601 PLAINS BLVD, Amarillo, TX 79102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amtech Career Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TASCOSA H S (rated 6.0/10, 0.5 miles away). Additionally, PREMIER H S OF AMARILLO (rated 4.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lewisville). For more schools in Amarillo, see our Amarillo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLS EL Amarillo | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| TASCOSA H S Amarillo | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| HOUSTON MIDDLE Amarillo | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| SAN JACINTO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Amarillo | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Amarillo | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| SAN JACINTO EL Amarillo | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| AVONDALE EL Amarillo | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Amarillo | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| BIVINS EL Amarillo | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| PREMIER H S OF AMARILLO Lewisville | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| OLSEN PARK EL Amarillo | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE Amarillo | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CORONADO EL Amarillo | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE Amarillo | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| WOLFLIN EL Amarillo | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| ST MARYS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Amarillo | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| PARAMOUNT TERRACE EL Amarillo | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| RIDGECREST EL Amarillo | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EL ACADEMY Amarillo | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| AMARILLO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Amarillo | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,551
Median Home Value
$146,500
Median Rent
$891/mo
Population
8,822
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
53.8%
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Median Age
38.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Amtech Career Academy has a median household income of $48,551. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $146,500, with a median rent of $891/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amtech Career Academy
What grades does Amtech Career Academy serve?
Amtech Career Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Amtech Career Academy?
Amtech Career Academy has an enrollment of approximately 11 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Amtech Career Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Amtech Career Academy is 0.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Amtech Career Academy a charter school?
No, Amtech Career Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Amtech Career Academy a Title I school?
No, Amtech Career Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amtech Career Academy?
27.3% of students at Amtech Career Academy 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,375/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Amarillo). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 11
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Potter County
- Phone
- (806) 326-2800
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
AMARILLO ISD- District Enrollment
- 29,729
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,802
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