Serving 951 students in grades 6-8, Austin Academy For Excell ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 951 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Austin Academy for Excellence's attendance zone encompasses the entire Garland, TX school district, covering approximately 92.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 8.2 miles to the farthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Austin Academy For Excell ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Austin Academy For Excell's student population of 951 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
951 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
Austin Academy For Excell ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin Academy For Excell is 0.71, which is more 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
#658 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Green
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin Academy For Excell's ranking?
Austin Academy For Excell is ranked #658 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Austin Academy For Excell often compared to?
Austin Academy For Excellis often viewed alongside schools like Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School, Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Austin Academy For Excell?
951 students attend Austin Academy For Excell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Austin Academy For Excell students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Austin Academy For Excell?
Austin Academy For Excell has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austin Academy For Excell offer ?
Austin Academy For Excell offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Austin Academy For Excell part of?
Austin Academy For Excell is part of Garland Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This institution is fanastic. I myself graduated from here and the rigorious work load in the Enriched Honors progrom truly has made all the difference in high school. I recommend it to any student who's looking for a challenge. Other than the academics offered, I was also a member of the award-winning, at one point undefeated, Austin Academy Sppech Team. Children interested in theatre should defiantely look in to this school so they may have a chance to work under Mrs. Chapman. The athletic department is also very impressive. Lovely facilities and very safe. At all school dances parents were involved. If you choose to take this mission on. Good Luck and it's great to be an Austin Academy Eagle!
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