Serving 8 students in grades 9-12, University High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
University High School's student population of 8 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of University High School is 0.23, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
13%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
87%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
20%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of University High School?
The graduation rate of University High School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend University High School?
8 students attend University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of University High School students are White, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University High School?
University High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does University High School offer ?
University High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is University High School part of?
University High School is part of University Of Texas University Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is University High School located?
University High School 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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