Amtech Career Academy serves 3 students in grades 11-12.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 3 students
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amtech Career Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Amtech Career Academy's student population of 3 students has declined by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
3 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Amtech Career Academy is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
33%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
33%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Amtech Career Academy?
3 students attend Amtech Career Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Amtech Career Academy students are Hispanic, and 33% of students are White.
What grades does Amtech Career Academy offer ?
Amtech Career Academy offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Amtech Career Academy part of?
Amtech Career Academy is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
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