Very Good
#1794 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 21% in state
Arden Road EL
Elementary School · CANYON ISD
6801 LEARNING TREE AVE, Amarillo, TX 79109
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,794 of 8,552
In Amarillo
#13 of 74
public schools
In district
#3 of 20
CANYON ISD
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Arden Road EL
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About Arden Road EL
Arden Road EL is a public elementary school in Amarillo, TX, part of CANYON ISD. Arden Road EL serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Arden Road EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,794 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Arden Road EL show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Arden Road EL — Students at Arden Road EL score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.5/10.
How Arden Road EL Compares
See how Arden Road EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6801 LEARNING TREE AVE, Amarillo, TX 79109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arden Road EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SLEEPY HOLLOW EL (rated 8.4/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WINDSOR EL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HILLSIDE EL (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Canyon), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Amarillo, see our Amarillo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST PLAINS J H Amarillo | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| WINDSOR EL Amarillo | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| RANDALL H S Amarillo | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| GENE HOWE EL Amarillo | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| GREENWAYS INT Amarillo | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| RANDALL J H Amarillo | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| HERITAGE HILLS EL Amarillo | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Amarillo | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| WESTERN PLATEAU EL Amarillo | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| HILLSIDE EL Canyon | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| PINNACLE INT Amarillo | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| SUNDOWN LANE EL Amarillo | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PUCKETT EL Amarillo | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| AMARILLO H S Amarillo | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CITY VIEW EL Amarillo | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY AMARILLO Amarillo | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| ASCENSION ACADEMY Amarillo | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| RIDGECREST EL Amarillo | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| WEST PLAINS H S Amarillo | 2.7 mi | — |
| SLEEPY HOLLOW EL Amarillo | 3.3 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,579
Median Home Value
$217,600
Median Rent
$945/mo
Population
42,410
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
38.1
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| ARISTOI CLASSICAL ACADEMY-CYPRESS Katy, TX | 7.8 |
| BECKER EL Austin, TX | 7.8 |
| BIG SPRINGS EL Garland, TX | 7.8 |
| BLUE RIDGE EL Blue Ridge, TX | 7.8 |
| CAVAZOS EL Edinburg, TX | 7.8 |
| CENTRAL EL Angleton, TX | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arden Road EL
What grades does Arden Road EL serve?
Arden Road EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Arden Road EL?
Arden Road EL has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arden Road EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Arden Road EL is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arden Road EL rank in TX?
Arden Road EL ranks #1,794 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Arden Road EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Arden Road EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Arden Road EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arden Road EL has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Arden Road EL a charter school?
No, Arden Road EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arden Road EL a Title I school?
No, Arden Road EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arden Road EL?
36.0% of students at Arden Road 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 414
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Randall County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.8%
- Phone
- (806) 677-2360
Resources & Links
District
CANYON ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,378
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,905
- District Rank
- #3 of 20
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