Serving 2,658 students in grades 9-12, Vandegrift High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vandegrift High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Vandegrift High School's student population of 2,658 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vandegrift High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vandegrift High School is 0.60, 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
#609 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
17%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
59%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vandegrift High School's ranking?
Vandegrift High School is ranked #609 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Vandegrift High School often compared to?
Vandegrift High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood High School, Lake Travis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vandegrift High School?
The graduation rate of Vandegrift High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Vandegrift High School?
2,658 students attend Vandegrift High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Vandegrift High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vandegrift High School?
Vandegrift High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vandegrift High School offer ?
Vandegrift High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vandegrift High School part of?
Vandegrift High School is part of Leander Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Vandegrift High School located?
Vandegrift High School is located in the Ribelin Ranch neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Ribelin Ranch.
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