Serving 111 students in grades 9-12, Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland's student population of 111 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland is 0.41, 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
#3037 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
75%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
15%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland's ranking?
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland is ranked #3037 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland?
The graduation rate of Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland?
111 students attend Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland?
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland offer ?
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland part of?
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland is part of Cedars International Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland located?
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland is located in the Highland neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Highland.
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