Serving 753 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Valor South Austin ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valor South Austin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valor South Austin's student population of 753 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 96% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valor South Austin ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valor South Austin is 0.53, 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
#1539 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
64%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valor South Austin's ranking?
Valor South Austin is ranked #1539 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Valor South Austin often compared to?
Valor South Austinis often viewed alongside schools like Idea Kyle Academy, Nyos Charter School, Chaparral Star Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Valor South Austin?
753 students attend Valor South Austin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Valor South Austin students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valor South Austin?
Valor South Austin has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valor South Austin offer ?
Valor South Austin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Valor South Austin part of?
Valor South Austin is part of Valor School District.
In what neighborhood is Valor South Austin located?
Valor South Austin is located in the Centennial Park neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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