Lago Vista High School is a public high school located in the city of Lago Vista, Texas, USA and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Lago Vista Independent School District located in western Travis County.
Serving 650 students in grades 9-12, Lago Vista 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lago Vista High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Leander, TX, covering approximately 34.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 7.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lago Vista High School's student population of 650 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
650 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Rankings
Lago Vista 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 Lago Vista High School is 0.53, 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
#5865 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
30%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
62%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lago Vista High School's ranking?
Lago Vista High School is ranked #5865 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lago Vista High School often compared to?
Lago Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Travis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lago Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Lago Vista High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lago Vista High School?
650 students attend Lago Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lago Vista High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lago Vista High School?
Lago Vista High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lago Vista High School offer ?
Lago Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lago Vista High School part of?
Lago Vista High School is part of Lago Vista Independent School District.
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