West Plains High School serves 1,221 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Plains High School's student population of 1,221 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,221 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Plains High School is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
33%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
58%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Canyon Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Plains High School?
1,221 students attend West Plains High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of West Plains High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Plains High School?
West Plains High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Plains High School offer ?
West Plains High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Plains High School part of?
West Plains High School is part of Canyon Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is West Plains High School located?
West Plains High School is located in the Sleepy Hollow neighborhood of Amarillo, TX.
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