Serving 22 students in grades 8-12, Phoenix Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 8-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Phoenix Academy's student population of 22 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phoenix Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phoenix Academy is 0.54, 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
#1856 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
64%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
23%
26%
Hawaiian
4%
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
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix Academy's ranking?
Phoenix Academy is ranked #1856 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Phoenix Academy?
22 students attend Phoenix Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Phoenix Academy students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phoenix Academy?
Phoenix Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Phoenix Academy offer ?
Phoenix Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Phoenix Academy part of?
Phoenix Academy is part of Austin ISD School District.
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