Austin High School is a public high school in Austin, Minnesota, United States. It is part of Austin Public Schools, established in 1857. The home of the Packers, the school has over 1,250 students; AHS prides itself on having strong academics, athletics, and fine arts.
Serving 93 students in grades 6-12, Austin Online Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Austin Online Academy's student population of 93 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
93 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1869
Colors
White, Scarlet
School Rankings
Austin Online Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin Online Academy is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
24%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
61%
61%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Packers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin Online Academy's ranking?
Austin Online Academy is ranked #695 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Austin Online Academy?
The graduation rate of Austin Online Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Austin Online Academy?
93 students attend Austin Online Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Austin Online Academy students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Austin Online Academy?
Austin Online Academy has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Austin Online Academy offer ?
Austin Online Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Austin Online Academy part of?
Austin Online Academy is part of Austin Public School District.
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