Andress High School Rose in State Football Rankings

The El Paso squad climbed to No. 7 in the latest Class 4A Division 1 state rankings.

Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Football

Andress High School Rose in State Football Rankings

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Andress High School has moved up two spots to reach the No. 7 position in the Class 4A Division 1 state rankings. The team remains the only El Paso football program included in the current state standings.

Why it matters

The ranking recognition follows a strong start to the season for the team as they prepare for the remainder of their district schedule. Their current standing highlights their competitiveness following a recent change in school classification.

Andress High School currently holds a 6-0 season record, having won nine games in 2025. The program now competes in District 1-4A Division 1 following a classification shift in February 2026.

The players

Andress High School

This El Paso public high school is part of the El Paso Independent School District and serves students in the local community.

Riverside High School

This El Paso high school competes in District 1-4A Division 1 and enters its next matchup with a 5-1 season record.

The details

Andress High School has maintained an undefeated season, securing their spot in the Dave Campbell's Texas High School rankings. The team continues to compete within District 1-4A Division 1 with four weeks remaining in the regular season.

February 2026: Andress moved to Class 4A Division 1.
2025: Andress finished the season with nine total wins.
October 16, 2026: Andress plays Riverside in the district opener.

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Season Trajectory

The school's climb in the rankings signals an adaptation to the UIL reclassification process that moved them into their current division. This momentum positions them as a primary contender in District 1-4A Division 1 as they head into the final month of play.

The team carries an undefeated 6-0 record into their district opener against Riverside High School. With only four weeks left in the regular season, this matchup serves as a critical test for maintaining their state ranking and division standing.

The takeaway

Maintaining an undefeated record through the final weeks of the season is essential for securing a favorable playoff position. Players and coaching staff must focus on their upcoming district games to sustain their current momentum in the state rankings.