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Austin Achieve H S

High School · AUSTIN ACHIEVE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

7424 E HWY 290 BUILDING 2, Austin, TX 78723

Charter

Enrollment

633

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,810 of 8,552

In Austin

#115 of 241

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

AUSTIN ACHIEVE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Austin Achieve H S

6.0/10

High School in Austin · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Austin Achieve H S

Austin Achieve H S is a public high school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ACHIEVE PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Austin Achieve H S serves approximately 633 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Austin Achieve H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,810 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Austin Achieve H S show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts below TX schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Austin Achieve 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.

Austin Achieve H S is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2024
TrendStable
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-30.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
College Readiness4.2Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation50.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,727
Chronic Absenteeism21.2%

Austin Achieve H S — Students at Austin Achieve H S score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 15.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 6 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
17%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
44%
2024
Math
13%
ELA
42%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Austin Achieve H S Compares

See how Austin Achieve H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in TX
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
3
2 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
50.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
2 boys'·1 girls'·6 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7424 E HWY 290 BUILDING 2, Austin, TX 78723

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Austin Achieve H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KIPP AUSTIN COLLEGIATE (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NORTHEAST EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 4.4/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
AUSTIN ACHIEVE NORTHEAST EL Austin 0.0 mi 7.3
TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL - AUSTIN CAMPUS San Marcos 0.4 mi 2.2
ANDREWS EL Austin 0.5 mi 3.1
TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY Austin 0.8 mi 4.5
SADLER MEANS YWLA Austin 0.8 mi 5.4
NORTHEAST EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin 0.8 mi 4.4
INTERNATIONAL H S Austin 0.8 mi 4.1
KIPP AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP Austin 0.8 mi 3.3
KIPP AUSTIN COLLEGIATE Austin 0.8 mi 5.9
KIPP AUSTIN COMUNIDAD Austin 0.8 mi 4.4
GREATER CALVARY ACADEMY Austin 0.8 mi
HARRIS EL Austin 1.0 mi 3.3
PICKLE EL Austin 1.1 mi 4.1
WINN MONTESSORI Austin 1.1 mi 4.2
AUSTIN ACHIEVE MIDDLE Austin 1.2 mi 4.3
HART EL Austin 1.3 mi 4.3
DIBOLL Austin 1.3 mi
BLANTON EL Austin 1.4 mi 7.0
PECAN SPRINGS EL Austin 1.5 mi 2.8
MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI FOR ALL Austin 1.4 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78723 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,978

Median Home Value

$513,500

Median Rent

$1,478/mo

Population

36,307

College Educated

56%

Homeownership

49.8%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

35.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Austin Achieve H S

What grades does Austin Achieve H S serve?

Austin Achieve H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Austin Achieve H S?

Austin Achieve H S has an enrollment of approximately 633 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Austin Achieve H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Austin Achieve H S is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Austin Achieve H S rank in TX?

Austin Achieve H S ranks #4,810 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Austin Achieve H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Austin Achieve H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Austin Achieve H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Austin Achieve H S has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

Is Austin Achieve H S a charter school?

Yes, Austin Achieve H S is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Austin Achieve H S a Title I school?

No, Austin Achieve H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Austin Achieve H S?

90.2% of students at Austin Achieve 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Travis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

District

AUSTIN ACHIEVE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
2,647
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,727
District Rank
#3 of 4

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