Serving 2,421 students in grades 9-12, Akins Early College High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Akins High School serves the southern part of its school district in Austin, TX, covering approximately 30.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Akins Early College High School's student population of 2,421 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 154 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,421 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
154 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Akins Early College High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akins Early College High School is 0.36, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#6260 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akins Early College High School's ranking?
Akins Early College High School is ranked #6260 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Akins Early College High School often compared to?
Akins Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bowie High School, Travis Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Akins Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Akins Early College High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Akins Early College High School?
2,421 students attend Akins Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Akins Early College High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Akins Early College High School?
Akins Early College High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Akins Early College High School offer ?
Akins Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Akins Early College High School part of?
Akins Early College High School is part of Austin Independent School District.
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