Serving 788 students in grades 9-12, University Of Texas At Austin High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Of Texas At Austin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
University Of Texas At Austin High School's student population of 788 students has grown by 187% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 154% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Of Texas At Austin High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Of Texas At Austin High School is 0.67, 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
#2295 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
46%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
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 is University Of Texas At Austin High School's ranking?
University Of Texas At Austin High School is ranked #2295 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are University Of Texas At Austin High School often compared to?
University Of Texas At Austin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lasa High School, Westlake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend University Of Texas At Austin High School?
788 students attend University Of Texas At Austin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of University Of Texas At Austin High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Of Texas At Austin High School?
University Of Texas At Austin High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does University Of Texas At Austin High School offer ?
University Of Texas At Austin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is University Of Texas At Austin High School part of?
University Of Texas At Austin High School is part of University Of Texas At Austin High School District.
In what neighborhood is University Of Texas At Austin High School located?
University Of Texas At Austin High School is located in the Cherrywood neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Cherrywood.
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