Summary:
The city of Amarillo, Texas is home to 18 middle schools, serving students in grades 6-8. These schools are a mix of public institutions from the Amarillo Independent School District (ISD), Canyon ISD, Highland Park ISD, and River Road ISD. The data reveals a diverse set of schools, with varying levels of academic performance, student demographics, and resource allocation.
Among the top-performing middle schools in Amarillo are Lorenzo De Zavala Middle, Bonham Middle, and Crockett Middle. These schools consistently rank among the best in Texas, with high proficiency rates in core academic subjects. In contrast, schools like Bowie Middle, Fannin Middle, and Houston Middle struggle with lower proficiency rates, particularly in math and social studies.
The data also reveals a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic achievement, with schools serving a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tending to have lower proficiency rates. Additionally, there are notable differences in performance between the various independent school districts, with Canyon ISD schools generally outperforming Amarillo ISD schools. Overall, the Amarillo middle school landscape is diverse, with pockets of excellence and areas in need of improvement, highlighting the importance of understanding the unique characteristics and needs of each school community.
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