Liberal Arts and Science Academy is a selective public magnet high school in Austin, Texas, United States.
Serving 1,616 students in grades 9-12, Lasa High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥99% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: LASA High School's attendance zone covers the entire Austin, TX school district, encompassing approximately 229.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 21.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lasa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lasa High School's student population of 1,616 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,616 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Motto
SAPERE AUDE - DARE TO THINK
School Rankings
Lasa High School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lasa High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#8 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
25%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy & White
School Mascot
Raptor
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lasa High School's ranking?
Lasa High School is ranked #8 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lasa High School often compared to?
Lasa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while ≥99% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lasa High School?
The graduation rate of Lasa High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Lasa High School?
1,616 students attend Lasa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lasa High School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lasa High School?
Lasa High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lasa High School offer ?
Lasa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lasa High School part of?
Lasa High School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lasa High School located?
Lasa High School is located in the Las Cimas neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Las Cimas.
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