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Palo Duro High School
  • Public
  • AMARILLO, TX
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Public School
Amarillo Independent School District
Palo Duro High School
#1 in Niche Standout High Schools in Amarillo Area
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • AMARILLO, TX
  • 206 reviews
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    Academics at Palo Duro High School

    Academics
    C+
    Based on SAT/ACT scores, colleges students are interested in, and survey responses on academics from students and parents.
    Average Graduation Rate
    82%

    State Test Scores

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    30%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    49%

    AP and College Prep Courses

    AP Exam Pass Rate
    0%
    AP Enrollment
    8%
    AP Math Enrollment
    Very Low
    AP Science Enrollment
    Very Low
    Number of AP Courses Offered
    3
    AP Other Enrollment
    Low
    Advanced Math Enrollment
    Average
    IB Program Offered
    No

    SAT and ACT Test Scores

    Average SAT
    1060
    190 responses
    Math
    540
    Verbal
    520
    Average ACT
    22
    48 responses
    Math
    22
    Reading
    22
    English
    20
    Science
    22
    Test Prep Options
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    Colleges Students Are Considering

    Popular Colleges

    Niche users from this school are most interested in the following colleges.

    What Students Want to Study

    Popular Majors

    Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

    • Nursing
      98 Students
    • Business
      63 Students
    • Biology
      55 Students
    • Pre-Medicine Studies
      47 Students
    • Psychology
      46 Students
    • Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
      29 Students
    • Education
      27 Students
    • Engineering
      24 Students
    • Computer Science
      22 Students
    • Mechanical Engineering
      22 Students

    What Students Say

    Poll
    How challenging are academics at this school?
    Based on 36 responses
    • This school is nationally recognized.
      8%
    • This school is the best in the area.
      17%
    • Probably like most other schools.
      72%
    • This school doesn't challenge anyone.
      3%
    Poll
    How seriously do students take their classes at this school?
    Based on 26 responses
    • Very seriously. Students are there to learn with an eye on the future.
      12%
    • Seriously. Students are there to learn, but aren't necessarily thinking about the future.
      58%
    • Somewhat seriously. Students are more focused on what's going on this weekend.
      27%
    • Not seriously at all. They're more interested in socializing and partying.
      4%
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