What grades does WESTERN PLATEAU EL serve?

WESTERN PLATEAU EL operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the AMARILLO area.

Where is WESTERN PLATEAU EL located?

WESTERN PLATEAU EL is a urban school in AMARILLO, TX.

What is the student-teacher ratio at WESTERN PLATEAU EL?

The student-teacher ratio at WESTERN PLATEAU EL is 15:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in AMARILLO, TX?

Schools in AMARILLO include WESTERN PLATEAU EL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the AMARILLO area.

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WESTERN PLATEAU EL — School Calendar 2026-27

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AMARILLO, TX 79109

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Fri

Student Holiday / Professional LearningHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Mon

Student/Staff HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Winter Break - Amarillo Independent School District

Jan

Mon

Student Holiday / Professional LearningHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Feb

Mon

Student/Staff HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

434

Student:Teacher

15:1

Locale

Urban

District

AMARILLO ISD

Econ. Disadvantaged

63.4%

Phone

(806)326-5550

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

50-54%

Math Proficiency

45-49%

Chronic Absenteeism

5.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

12 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.3:1

Near average in TX

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

437

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

School Resource Officers

0.050000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,802

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,410

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$13,244

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 21%State 46%Local 33%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$212,454

+2.0% 1yr+32.8% 5yr

Amarillo, TX metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

15.8%

Below 150% poverty line

2.9%

Unemployment rate

9.6%

Uninsured residents

6.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

5,191

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

4,933

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,841 (37%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,087 (22%)

Other Health Impairment

734 (15%)

Autism

409 (8%)

Intellectual Disability

368 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

340 (7%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

400

Current enrollment

Stable(-2% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Student Holiday / Professional Learning

No School - Amarillo Independent School District

Holiday

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Student/Staff Holiday

No School - Amarillo Independent School District

Holiday

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Thanksgiving Break - Amarillo Independent School District

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in AMARILLO ISD. WESTERN PLATEAU EL follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Student/Staff HolidayDistrict-wide No School - Amarillo Independent School District	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Student Holiday / Professional LearningDistrict-wide No School - Amarillo Independent School District	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Student/Staff HolidayDistrict-wide No School - Amarillo Independent School District	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving Break - Amarillo Independent School District	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Winter Break - Amarillo Independent School District	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Student Holiday / Professional LearningDistrict-wide No School - Amarillo Independent School District	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Student/Staff HolidayDistrict-wide No School - Amarillo Independent School District	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - Amarillo Independent School District	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Student/Staff HolidayDistrict-wide No School - Amarillo Independent School District	Holiday	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	Student/Staff HolidayDistrict-wide No School - Amarillo Independent School District	Holiday	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Last Day of School - Amarillo Independent School District	Event	—