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Amarillo ISD and College Roll Out Programs to Strengthen Student Outcomes
District maintains B rating while introducing online learning, curriculum changes, dual-credit funding and telehealth services.
How we reported this
Amarillo ISD earned an overall B rating with a score of 83 for 2025, holding the same letter grade it received in 2024 while raising its numerical score from 82.
Accountability Ratings
The rating reflects performance across the district and comes as Amarillo ISD prepares for the next academic year. District leaders have used the accountability framework to guide decisions on instruction and support services.
Online Learning Initiative
Starting August 2026, Amarillo ISD will launch AISD Online for grades 6 through 12. The program is scheduled to expand to all grade levels by the 2027-2028 school year, giving families an additional option for instruction.
Curriculum Adoption
Amarillo ISD adopted the Bluebonnet Learning curriculum this school year. The adoption brings an additional $20 per student in state funding even as some members of the public have raised concerns about religious content in the materials.
Dual-Credit Expansion
A new dual-credit program will fund 45 credit hours at Amarillo College for students who complete 15 dual-credit hours at the college while still in high school. The arrangement aims to reduce costs for qualifying students who continue their education locally.
Mental Health Services
Amarillo College approved a contract with TELUS Health to provide free mental telehealthcare to students. The agreement follows the expiration of the college's previous contract earlier this year and restores access to remote counseling services.
These steps show how Amarillo ISD and Amarillo College are using state funding, new delivery models and vendor partnerships to address student needs. Families can find details on AISD Online enrollment, dual-credit requirements and telehealth access through the district and college websites as the August 2026 start date approaches.