Graduation Preparatory Academy serves 66 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Graduation Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Graduation Preparatory Academy's student population of 66 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Graduation Preparatory Academy is 0.20, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
8%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Graduation Preparatory Academy?
66 students attend Graduation Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Graduation Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Graduation Preparatory Academy?
Graduation Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Graduation Preparatory Academy offer ?
Graduation Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Graduation Preparatory Academy part of?
Graduation Preparatory Academy is part of Austin ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Graduation Preparatory Academy located?
Graduation Preparatory Academy is located in the Greater South River City neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Greater South River City.
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