David Crockett Early College High School is a public high school located in South Austin, Texas. The school opened in 1968 and is part of the Austin Independent School District. It was named after U.S. frontiersman Davy Crockett.
Serving 1,529 students in grades 9-12, Crockett Early College High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crockett High School serves the southern part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 14.7 square miles. Most students typically have a 5-10 minute drive to school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crockett Early College High School's student population of 1,529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,529 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Motto
'Always Victorious'
School Rankings
Crockett Early College High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crockett Early College High School is 0.46, 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
#7370 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
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
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crockett Early College High School's ranking?
Crockett Early College High School is ranked #7370 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Crockett Early College High School often compared to?
Crockett Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Austin High School, Bowie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crockett Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Crockett Early College High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Crockett Early College High School?
1,529 students attend Crockett Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Crockett Early College High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crockett Early College High School?
Crockett Early College High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crockett Early College High School offer ?
Crockett Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Crockett Early College High School part of?
Crockett Early College High School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Crockett Early College High School located?
Crockett Early College High School is located in the South Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in South Austin.
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