Juan Navarro Early College High School was established in 1961 as the sixth high school in the Austin Independent School District and was originally located in the building which today houses Burnet Middle School. Lanier was named in honor of the Southern poet and Confederate veteran Sidney Lanier.
Serving 1,633 students in grades 9-12, Navarro 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 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 98% 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: 1,633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lanier High School serves the northeast part of Austin, TX, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Most students can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Navarro Early College High School's student population of 1,633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Navarro 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 Navarro Early College High School is 0.15, 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
#7712 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
92%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
2%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Navarro Early College High School's ranking?
Navarro Early College High School is ranked #7712 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Navarro Early College High School often compared to?
Navarro Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lbj Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Navarro Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Navarro Early College High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Navarro Early College High School?
1,633 students attend Navarro Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Navarro Early College High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Navarro Early College High School?
Navarro 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 Navarro Early College High School offer ?
Navarro Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Navarro Early College High School part of?
Navarro Early College High School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Navarro Early College High School located?
Navarro Early College High School is located in the North Austin Civic Association neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in North Austin Civic Association.
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