Serving 58 students in grades 9-12, Graduation Prep Academy Navarro 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 lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Graduation Prep Academy Navarro ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Graduation Prep Academy Navarro's student population of 58 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Graduation Prep Academy Navarro is 0.33, 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)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Graduation Prep Academy Navarro?
The graduation rate of Graduation Prep Academy Navarro is 30-39%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Graduation Prep Academy Navarro?
58 students attend Graduation Prep Academy Navarro.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Graduation Prep Academy Navarro students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Graduation Prep Academy Navarro?
Graduation Prep Academy Navarro has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Graduation Prep Academy Navarro offer ?
Graduation Prep Academy Navarro offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Graduation Prep Academy Navarro part of?
Graduation Prep Academy Navarro is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Graduation Prep Academy Navarro located?
Graduation Prep Academy Navarro 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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