Overview

Highland Park High School is a public school in Amarillo, TX, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is the only high school in Highland Park Independent School District.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Highland Park High School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Texas with the same grade levels.
7/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

College Prep

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The best high schools offer advanced courses to all students, not a select few.

ACADEMICS

College Success

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This school has earned a College Success Award in 2021 and 2022 based on its success in preparing students for college. See more winners.
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Students who are unprepared for college-level work may find themselves in costly remedial classes and are more likely to drop out of college. Successful high schools help kids find their passions and succeed after graduation.

ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

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Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this school how they ensure that students are well prepared.

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Test Scores

These scores reflect how well students at this school perform on state-required tests.
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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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STUDENT LIFE

Teachers & Staff

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About the School


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Neighborhood

15300 East Amarillo Boulevard
Amarillo, TX 79108
School leader: Ms Dixie Shettel
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Nearby Schools

  • 6 /10
    Highland Park Elementary School
    0.0 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 5 /10
    Highland Park Middle School
    0.0 miles
    Public district; 6-8
  • NA
    Amarillo Montessori Day School
    1.82 miles
    Private; PK, K
  • NA
    Clements Unit
    4.1 miles
    Public district; Ungraded
  • NA
    Neal Unit
    4.82 miles
    Public district; Ungraded
  • 7 /10
    Eastridge Elementary School
    6.5 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • NA
    Mullin Canyon Academy of Excellence
    6.57 miles
    Public district; 10-12
  • 6 /10
    Mesa Verde Elementary School
    7.59 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 7 /10
    Randall Junior High School
    7.73 miles
    Public district; 7-8
  • 9 /10
    Sunrise Elementary School
    7.74 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 8 /10
    Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School
    14.55 miles
    Public district; 5-8
  • 8 /10
    Bonham Middle School
    14.98 miles
    Public district; 6-8
  • 8 /10
    Forest Hill Elementary School
    8.11 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 8 /10
    Olsen Park Elementary School
    14.08 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 8 /10
    Paramount Terrace Elementary School
    13.86 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 8 /10
    Pleasant Valley Elementary School
    9.92 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 8 /10
    Wills Elementary School
    12.86 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 8 /10
    Woodlands Elementary School
    14.56 miles
    Public district; PK, K-4
  • 7 /10
    Randall Junior High School
    7.73 miles
    Public district; 7-8