Excellent
#17 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 2% of private schools
Ascension Academy
High School
9301 ASCENSION PKWY, Amarillo, TX 79159
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#17 of 883
In Amarillo
#1 of 7
public schools
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About Ascension Academy
Ascension Academy is a private high school in Amarillo, TX. Ascension Academy serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ascension Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 171 students, Ascension Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Ascension Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ascension Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Ascension Academy compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Amarillo, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ascension Academy (this school) | 8.5 |
| GREENWAYS INT | 7.1 |
| WEST PLAINS H S | — |
| AMARILLO H S | 7.1 |
| WEST PLAINS J H | 8.0 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE | 7.5 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE | 7.2 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY AMARILLO | 4.0 |
| RANDALL H S | 6.8 |
| RANDALL J H | 5.3 |
| TASCOSA H S | 5.8 |
| FANNIN MIDDLE | 4.7 |
| AMTECH CAREER ACADEMY | — |
| PINNACLE INT | 7.6 |
| HOUSTON MIDDLE | 4.9 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE | 5.8 |
| YOUTH CTR OF HIGH PLAINS | 3.6 |
| LORENZO DE ZAVALA MIDDLE | 8.0 |
| NORTH HEIGHTS ALTER | 5.0 |
| MANN MIDDLE | 5.5 |
| JOHNNY N ALLEN-6TH GRADE CAMPUS | 4.7 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9301 ASCENSION PKWY, Amarillo, TX 79159
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ascension Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. AMARILLO H S (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is RANDALL H S (rated 6.8/10, 4.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY AMARILLO (rated 4.0/10, 3.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Amarillo, see our Amarillo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREENWAYS INT Amarillo | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| SLEEPY HOLLOW EL Amarillo | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| HILLSIDE EL Canyon | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| WEST PLAINS H S Amarillo | 1.9 mi | — |
| HERITAGE HILLS EL Amarillo | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| PUCKETT EL Amarillo | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| WINDSOR EL Amarillo | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| BELMAR EL Amarillo | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| AMARILLO H S Amarillo | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ARDEN ROAD EL Amarillo | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| WEST PLAINS J H Amarillo | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Amarillo | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| RIDGECREST EL Amarillo | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| WESTERN PLATEAU EL Amarillo | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE Amarillo | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| OLSEN PARK EL Amarillo | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Amarillo | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY AMARILLO Amarillo | 3.6 mi | 4.0 |
| GENE HOWE EL Amarillo | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| RANDALL H S Amarillo | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
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|---|---|
| ORE CITY H S Ore City, TX | 8.5 |
| BLAND H S Merit, TX | 8.6 |
| COLEMAN H S Coleman, TX | 8.4 |
| COOLIDGE H S Coolidge, TX | 8.6 |
| GRUVER H S Gruver, TX | 8.4 |
| HARLETON H S Harleton, TX | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ascension Academy
What grades does Ascension Academy serve?
Ascension Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Ascension Academy?
Ascension Academy has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ascension Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ascension Academy is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ascension Academy rank in TX?
Ascension Academy ranks #17 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Ascension Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ascension Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ascension Academy a private school?
Yes, Ascension Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ascension Academy a religious school?
No, Ascension Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 171
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Randall County
- Phone
- (806) 342-0515
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