Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olsen Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olsen Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Olsen Park Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olsen Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olsen Park Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1779 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
29%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
57%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Amarillo Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olsen Park Elementary School's ranking?
Olsen Park Elementary School is ranked #1779 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Olsen Park Elementary School often compared to?
Olsen Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado Elementary School, Wolflin Elementary School, Avondale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Olsen Park Elementary School?
387 students attend Olsen Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Olsen Park Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olsen Park Elementary School?
Olsen Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olsen Park Elementary School offer ?
Olsen Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Olsen Park Elementary School part of?
Olsen Park Elementary School is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
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