Austwell-Tivoli High School is a public secondary school located in unincorporated Tivoli, and classified as a 1A school by the UIL. It is part of the Austwell-Tivoli Independent School District located in eastern Refugio County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 74 students in grades 6-12, Austwell-tivoli High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Austwell-Tivoli High School encompasses the entire school district in Tivoli, TX, covering approximately 263.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.3 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 15.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Austwell-tivoli High School's student population of 74 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
74 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Austwell-tivoli High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austwell-tivoli High School is 0.48, 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
#3514 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Hispanic
62%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
37%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Redfish/lady Redfish
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austwell-tivoli High School's ranking?
Austwell-tivoli High School is ranked #3514 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Austwell-tivoli High School?
The graduation rate of Austwell-tivoli High School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Austwell-tivoli High School?
74 students attend Austwell-tivoli High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Austwell-tivoli High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Austwell-tivoli High School?
Austwell-tivoli High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austwell-tivoli High School offer ?
Austwell-tivoli High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Austwell-tivoli High School part of?
Austwell-tivoli High School is part of Austwell-Tivoli Independent School District.
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