Needs Improvement
#8279 of 8,552 schools in TX
Austin H S
High School · EL PASO ISD
3500 MEMPHIS AVE, EL Paso, TX 79930
Enrollment
1,097
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,097
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,279 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#202 of 206
public schools
In district
#70 of 73
EL PASO ISD
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About Austin H S
Austin H S is a public high school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. Austin H S serves approximately 1,097 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Austin H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,279 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Austin H S show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
68% of students at Austin 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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Austin H S — Students at Austin H S score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.6%
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: 2.8/10.
How Austin H S Compares
See how Austin 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
3500 MEMPHIS AVE, EL Paso, TX 79930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Austin H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FATHER YERMO SCHOOLS (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM RESEARCH & PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TELLES ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CROCKETT EL El Paso | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| COLDWELL EL El Paso | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| RUSK EL El Paso | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| RADFORD SCHOOL El Paso | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| COLLEGE CAREER TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (CCTA) El Paso | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| TELLES ACADEMY El Paso | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HILLSIDE EL El Paso | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| LORETTO ACADEMY El Paso | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| CLENDENIN EL El Paso | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| BLISS EL El Paso | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| TRAVIS EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| MORENO EL El Paso | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| CPT GABRIEL NAVARRETE MIDDLE El Paso | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| ZAVALA EL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM RESEARCH & PREPARATORY ACADEMY El Paso | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| FATHER YERMO SCHOOLS El Paso | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| FATHER YERMO SCHOOLS El Paso | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| JEFFERSON H S El Paso | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY El Paso | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| BOWIE H S El Paso | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,826
Median Home Value
$124,000
Median Rent
$909/mo
Population
25,484
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
44.9%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
29.5%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Austin H S
What grades does Austin H S serve?
Austin H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Austin H S?
Austin H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,097 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Austin H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Austin H S is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Austin H S rank in TX?
Austin H S ranks #8,279 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Austin H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Austin H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Austin H S has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Austin H S a charter school?
No, Austin H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Austin H S a Title I school?
No, Austin H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Austin H S?
88.6% of students at Austin 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,097
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.2%
- Phone
- (915) 236-4200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 79.0%
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #70 of 73
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