Serving 786 students in grades 6-12, Nyos Lamar Secondary 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nyos Lamar Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Nyos Lamar Secondary's student population of 786 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
786 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nyos Lamar Secondary 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 Nyos Lamar Secondary is 0.72, which is more 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
#2784 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
38%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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 Nyos Lamar Secondary's ranking?
Nyos Lamar Secondary is ranked #2784 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nyos Lamar Secondary often compared to?
Nyos Lamar Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral Star Academy, Valor South Austin by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nyos Lamar Secondary?
The graduation rate of Nyos Lamar Secondary is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nyos Lamar Secondary?
786 students attend Nyos Lamar Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Nyos Lamar Secondary students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nyos Lamar Secondary?
Nyos Lamar Secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nyos Lamar Secondary offer ?
Nyos Lamar Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Nyos Lamar Secondary part of?
Nyos Lamar Secondary is part of Nyos Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Nyos Lamar Secondary located?
Nyos Lamar Secondary is located in the Park Central neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Park Central.
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