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West Plains H S
High School · CANYON ISD
10576 ARDEN RD, Amarillo, TX 79119
Enrollment
1,162
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,162
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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West Plains H S
High School in Amarillo · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About West Plains H S
West Plains H S is a public high school in Amarillo, TX, part of CANYON ISD. West Plains H S serves approximately 1,162 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for West Plains H S show 46% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
West Plains H S sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,162 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Address
- 10576 ARDEN RD, Amarillo, TX 79119
- Phone
- (806) 510-2600
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How West Plains H S Compares
See how West Plains H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10576 ARDEN RD, Amarillo, TX 79119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Plains H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ASCENSION ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away). Another option is AMARILLO H S (rated 7.1/10, 3.9 miles away). Additionally, RANDALL H S (rated 6.8/10, 3.8 miles away). For more schools in Amarillo, see our Amarillo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILLSIDE EL Canyon | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| HERITAGE HILLS EL Amarillo | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ASCENSION ACADEMY Amarillo | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| GREENWAYS INT Amarillo | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| WEST PLAINS J H Amarillo | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ARDEN ROAD EL Amarillo | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SLEEPY HOLLOW EL Amarillo | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| WINDSOR EL Amarillo | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| PUCKETT EL Amarillo | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| RANDALL H S Amarillo | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| AMARILLO H S Amarillo | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| RANDALL J H Amarillo | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
| GENE HOWE EL Amarillo | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Amarillo | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
| BELMAR EL Amarillo | 4.4 mi | 8.6 |
| WESTERN PLATEAU EL Amarillo | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| RIDGECREST EL Amarillo | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PINNACLE INT Amarillo | 4.6 mi | 7.6 |
| SUNDOWN LANE EL Amarillo | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY AMARILLO Amarillo | 4.7 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,546
Median Home Value
$335,700
Median Rent
$1,217/mo
Population
23,202
College Educated
43.6%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
37
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Plains H S
What grades does West Plains H S serve?
West Plains H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend West Plains H S?
West Plains H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Plains H S?
The student-teacher ratio at West Plains H S is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at West Plains H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Plains H S has 46% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is West Plains H S a charter school?
No, West Plains H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Plains H S a Title I school?
No, West Plains H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Plains H S?
32.9% of students at West Plains 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,162
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Randall County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.9%
- Phone
- (806) 510-2600
Resources & Links
District
CANYON ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,378
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,905
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