St. Andrew's Episcopal School

Academic excellence in a faith-centered environment is the heart and soul of St. Andrew's Episcopal School of Amarillo.
An Episcopal School that welcomes families of all faiths, St. Andrew's has been educating children since 1951.
The school currently serves children from Primer (3 years of age) to eighth grade.
Qualities of integrity, courage, service and duty find their beginnings here and every student is given the opportunity to become a disciplined and successful learner as well as a compassionate and caring member of the community.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 314 students
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Andrew's Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
314 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
St. Andrew's Episcopal School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
13 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

School Notes

  • Academic excellence in a faith-centered environment is the heart and soul of St. Andrew's Episcopal School of Amarillo. An Episcopal School that welcomes families of all faiths, St. Andrew's has been educating children since 1951.
  • The School currently serves children from Primer (3 years of age) to 8th Grade. Qualities of integrity, courage, service, and duty find their beginnings here, and every student is given the opportunity to become a disciplined and successful learner, as well as a compassionate and caring member of the community.
  • Academic programs of particular merit include Spanish language instruction for grades K – 8; computer education for grades K – 8 and an in-depth fine arts program including visual arts and choral music for all students in grades K – 8 and Orchestra for students in grades 3 – 8.
  • Recent achievements by St. Andrew's students include 1st Place in the National Fuel Cell Car Competition sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy (2009) and 1st Place in the National Science Bowl Competition (2008) as well as 1st Place in the Pantex Regional Science Bowl the last five years.
  • St. Andrew's students accumulate more than five high school credits by the time they graduate in the 8th Grade.
  • Middle School athletic program features championship football and volleyball teams as well as basketball, golf, tennis and track.
  • St. Andrew’s is the recipient of the prestigious Ken Bastion Award for outstanding Community Service. The School hosts an active service learning program that includes age-appropriate activities for every grade level.
  • St. Andrew’s is a member of the National Junior Honor Society and a charter member of the National Elementary Honor Society.
  • The student body represents a broad array of ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and we believe that this diversity is important for the School. In an effort to ensure open access to all members of the Amarillo community, as well as extend the School's commitment to social, ethnic, and economic diversity within its student body.
  • St. Andrew's provides financial assistance to eligible students. The School offers both full and partial scholarships, depending upon the individual needs of each student or family.
  • St. Andrew's is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and is fully accredited by the Southwest Association of Episcopal Schools, an organization approved by TEPSAC, and recognized by the Texas Commissioner of Education.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Andrew's Episcopal School offer?
St. Andrew's Episcopal School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football, Golf, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Andrew's Episcopal School's ranking?
St. Andrew's Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Andrew's Episcopal School?
The application deadline for St. Andrew's Episcopal School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 314 students
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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