Serving 2,381 students in grades 9-12, Austin High School 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Austin High School's student population of 2,381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 132 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
132 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Austin High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin High School is 0.58, 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
#733 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
54%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin High School's ranking?
Austin High School is ranked #733 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Austin High School?
The graduation rate of Austin High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Austin High School?
2,381 students attend Austin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Austin High School students are White, 36% 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 ISD School District.
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