Austin High School

Direction1715 W Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX, 78703
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Public School AUSTIN ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 92
Student Progress 88
Closing Performance Gaps 82
Overall 89

Distinction Designations

MedalMedalMedal
Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to Austin High School – A Beacon of Excellence in Education

Nestled in the heart of the vibrant city of Austin, Texas, at 1715 W Cesar Chavez Street, Austin High School stands as a premier educational institution within the Austin ISD. Known for its rich history and commitment to excellence, Austin High School offers a dynamic and supportive learning environment designed to foster educational excellence and holistic development.

Dedicated Faculty

At Austin High School, education is led by a dedicated team of 132 professional educators who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom. With an average tenure of 9 years at our school and 11 years of teaching experience, our teachers are not just educators but mentors who provide personalized attention to their students, ensuring that each one achieves their best potential. This commitment to educational excellence results in a thriving student-teacher relationship and a student to teacher ratio of 18:1, allowing for personalized and focused teaching.

Diverse Programs and Opportunities

Austin High School is home to a diverse student body of 2,379 Maroons. Here, students have the opportunity to explore a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities tailored to nurture their talents and interests. From STEM to the arts, sports to social sciences, our curriculum is designed to match a world-class educational standard. Our programs not only prepare students academically but also encourage them to engage in critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovative projects that prepare them for the challenges of the future.

Supportive Environment

Complementing our excellent teaching staff are 16 dedicated educational aides who assist in providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Whether it’s extra tutoring, special education, or facilitating advanced research projects, our aides are here to ensure that all students have the resources and support they need to succeed.

Join Our Community

Choosing the right school is pivotal. At Austin High School, we are committed to creating a community where students not only achieve academic excellence but also grow as confident, responsibl...

Welcome to Austin High School – A Beacon of Excellence in Education

Nestled in the heart of the vibrant city of Austin, Texas, at 1715 W Cesar Chavez Street, Austin High School stands as a premier educational institution within the Austin ISD. Known for its rich history and commitment to excellence, Austin High School offers a dynamic and supportive learning environment designed to foster educational excellence and holistic development.

Dedicated Faculty

At Austin High School, education is led by a dedicated team of 132 professional educators who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom. With an average tenure of 9 years at our school and 11 years of teaching experience, our teachers are not just educators but mentors who provide personalized attention to their students, ensuring that each one achieves their best potential. This commitment to educational excellence results in a thriving student-teacher relationship and a student to teacher ratio of 18:1, allowing for personalized and focused teaching.

Diverse Programs and Opportunities

Austin High School is home to a diverse student body of 2,379 Maroons. Here, students have the opportunity to explore a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities tailored to nurture their talents and interests. From STEM to the arts, sports to social sciences, our curriculum is designed to match a world-class educational standard. Our programs not only prepare students academically but also encourage them to engage in critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovative projects that prepare them for the challenges of the future.

Supportive Environment

Complementing our excellent teaching staff are 16 dedicated educational aides who assist in providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Whether it’s extra tutoring, special education, or facilitating advanced research projects, our aides are here to ensure that all students have the resources and support they need to succeed.

Join Our Community

Choosing the right school is pivotal. At Austin High School, we are committed to creating a community where students not only achieve academic excellence but also grow as confident, responsible, and compassionate individuals. We invite you to join our community, where your child can thrive in an atmosphere of unwavering support and commitment to excellence.

For more information or to schedule a visit, please call us at (512) 414-2505. Discover how Austin High School can be a part of your child’s success story. Here, we don’t just teach; we inspire futures.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
2323
Is Charter
No
Address
1715 W CESAR CHAVEZ, AUSTIN, TX, 78703
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Principal
DR MELVIN BEDFORD
School District
Phone
(512) 414-2505
County
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Austin High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 64 2.76%
Hispanic 905 38.99%
White 1,198 51.62%
Asian 46 1.98%
Native American 4 0.17%
Two or More Races 103 4.44%
Total Students 2,321 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 559 24.08%
Limited English Proficiency 220 9.48%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 213 9.18%
Gifted & Talented 470 20.25%
Special Education 281 12.11%
Teacher Student Ratio 18.50 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 2 1.59%
20 - 30 years 24 19.08%
10 - 20 years 38 30.21%
6 - 10 years 21 16.53%
1- 5 years 32 25.44%
Beginning Teacher 9 7.15%
Teacher Experience Average 11.60 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 8.10 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 126 100%
Female Teachers 63 49.92 %
Male Teachers 63 50.08 %
School Admin 4
School Support 11
Edu Aids 13
Special Education 9

Austin High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 87% 84% 77% 96% 98%
African American 79% 77% 55% 95% 100%
Hispanic 78% 73% 63% 91% 96%
White 96% 95% 90% 99% 100%
Asian 90% 78% 89% 100% 100%
Two or More Races 92% 90% 80% 100% 100%
Economically Disadvantaged 74% 65% 61% 92% 96%
Male Students 86% 82% 75% 96% 99%
Female Students 89% 87% 78% 95% 98%
Special Education 62% 54% 45% 85% 88%
Limited English Proficiency 61% 53% 48% 78% 88%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 100 1095 25.4 52.2
African American 100 927 * 28.6
Hispanic 97.1 1003 23.2 30.7
White 100 1149 25.7 65
Asian 100 1182 23.6 71.4
Two or More Races 100 1106 * 39.1
Male Students 98.4 1121 25.1 60.7
Female Students 100 1072 25.7 44.4
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 95.2 93.8 92.4 93.5 n/a 0.2 6.3
African American 91.7 100 91.7 92.3 n/a n/a 7.7
Hispanic 90.6 88.9 86 90.4 n/a 0.5 9
White 98.2 96.8 96.4 95.6 n/a n/a 4.4
Asian 94.7 89.5 89.5 95 n/a n/a 5
Two or More Races 95 95 95 90.9 n/a n/a 9.1
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 91.8 n/a 0.4 7.8
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 95.2 n/a n/a 4.8
Special Education 60 57.8 51.1 87.8 n/a n/a 12.2
Eco Disadvantaged 85.1 84 80.9 86.7 n/a 1 12.4

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