Stephen F. Austin High School, more commonly known as Austin High, is a public high school in Austin, Texas, United States, and part of the Austin Independent School District.
Serving 2,296 students in grades 9-12, Austin High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Austin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Austin High School's student population of 2,296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Year Founded
1881
Colors
Maroon, White
School Rankings
Austin High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin High School is 0.59, 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
#1995 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
52%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mr. Maroo
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin High School's ranking?
Austin High School is ranked #1995 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Austin High School often compared to?
Austin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bowie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Austin High School?
The graduation rate of Austin High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Austin High School?
2,296 students attend Austin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Austin High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Austin High School?
Austin High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austin High School offer ?
Austin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Austin High School part of?
Austin High School is part of Austin Independent School District.
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