The Refuge ranks in the top 30% 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 was <50% (which was higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Asian
(21-22)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(21-22)55%
53%
Black
(21-22)36%
13%
White
(21-22)9%
26%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
73%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend The Refuge?
11 students attend The Refuge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of The Refuge students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, and 9% of students are White.
What grades does The Refuge offer ?
The Refuge offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is The Refuge part of?
The Refuge is part of University Of Texas University Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is The Refuge located?
The Refuge is located in the Holly neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Holly.
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