Stephen F. Austin High School is a high school in El Paso, Texas. Austin opened in 1930. It is part of the El Paso Independent School District. The school's mascot is a golden panther named "Henry." Austin High School is located in the heart of historic Central El Paso and serves the Central community.
Serving 1,097 students in grades 9-12, Austin High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,097 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Austin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Austin High School's student population of 1,097 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,097 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1930
Colors
Brown, Gold
School Rankings
Austin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin High School is 0.19, 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
#7901 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin High School's ranking?
Austin High School is ranked #7901 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Austin High School often compared to?
Austin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andress High School, Montwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Austin High School?
The graduation rate of Austin High School is 77%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Austin High School?
1,097 students attend Austin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Austin High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Austin High School?
Austin High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austin High School offer ?
Austin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Austin High School part of?
Austin High School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Austin High School located?
Austin High School is located in the Grandview neighborhood of El Paso, TX.
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