Below Average
#6480 of 8,552 schools in TX
Akins H S
High School · AUSTIN ISD
10701 S 1ST ST, Austin, TX 78748
Enrollment
2,542
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,542
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,480 of 8,552
In Austin
#146 of 241
public schools
In district
#63 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
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About Akins H S
Akins H S is a public high school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Akins H S serves approximately 2,542 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Akins H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,480 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Akins H S show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Akins H S is a large school: 2,542 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Akins H S sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
52% of students at Akins H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Akins H S — Students at Akins H S score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Akins H S Compares
See how Akins H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10701 S 1ST ST, Austin, TX 78748
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Akins H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BARANOFF EL (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COWAN EL (rated 7.5/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHOLE LIFE LEARNING CENTER Austin | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| PAREDES MIDDLE Austin | 1.4 mi | 2.0 |
| WAYSIDE ALTAMIRA ACADEMY Austin | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CASEY EL Austin | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS ACADEMY Austin | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| WILLIAMS EL Austin | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| MENCHACA EL Manchaca | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| VALOR SOUTH AUSTIN Austin | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| AUSTIN CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI Austin | 2.5 mi | — |
| TNC CAMPUS (TEXAS NEUROREHABILITATION CENTER) Austin | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| KOCUREK EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| BEDICHEK MIDDLE Austin | 3.2 mi | 3.4 |
| PEREZ EL Austin | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| LANGFORD EL Austin | 3.2 mi | 2.7 |
| BLAZIER EL Austin | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| COWAN EL Austin | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| BARANOFF EL Austin | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| PLEASANT HILL EL Austin | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SHADY HOLLOW Austin | 3.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,652
Median Home Value
$434,100
Median Rent
$1,711/mo
Population
54,942
College Educated
56.3%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
36.5
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| WACO H S Waco, TX | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Akins H S
What grades does Akins H S serve?
Akins H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Akins H S?
Akins H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,542 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Akins H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Akins H S is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Akins H S rank in TX?
Akins H S ranks #6,480 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Akins H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Akins H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Akins H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Akins H S has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Akins H S a charter school?
No, Akins H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Akins H S a Title I school?
No, Akins H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Akins H S?
63.8% of students at Akins H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,542
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 159
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.2%
- Phone
- (512) 841-9900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #63 of 118
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