Below Average
#6966 of 8,552 schools in TX
Billy Moore
High School · THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS)
1015 NORWOOD PARK BLVD, Austin, TX 78753
Enrollment
140
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
140
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,966 of 8,552
In Austin
#159 of 241
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS)
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Billy Moore
Billy Moore is a public high school in Austin, TX, part of THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS). Billy Moore serves approximately 140 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Billy Moore has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,966 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Billy Moore show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 3.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 140 students, Billy Moore is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Billy Moore 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.
Billy Moore 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
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Billy Moore — Students at Billy Moore score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Billy Moore Compares
See how Billy Moore performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1015 NORWOOD PARK BLVD, Austin, TX 78753
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Billy Moore may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LEVERETTS CHAPEL H S (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Laird Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST RUSK H S (rated 8.7/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby New London), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SABINE H S (rated 8.3/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Gladewater), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OVERTON H S Overton | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| OVERTON EL Overton | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| LEVERETTS CHAPEL H S Laird Hill | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| LEVERETTS CHAPEL EL Laird Hill | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| LEVERETTS CHAPEL J H Laird Hill | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| WEST RUSK INT New London | 5.5 mi | 6.2 |
| WEST RUSK H S New London | 5.5 mi | 8.7 |
| WEST RUSK MIDDLE New London | 5.5 mi | 8.2 |
| WEST RUSK EL New London | 5.5 mi | 8.0 |
| KILGORE PRI Kilgore | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| KILGORE MIDDLE Kilgore | 6.7 mi | 5.4 |
| CHANDLER EL Kilgore | 6.9 mi | 6.6 |
| KILGORE INT Kilgore | 7.1 mi | 7.0 |
| KILGORE H S Kilgore | 7.6 mi | 5.2 |
| SABINE EL Kilgore | 8.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ARP J H Arp | 8.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ARP H S Arp | 8.1 mi | 6.9 |
| SABINE H S Gladewater | 9.0 mi | 8.3 |
| SABINE MIDDLE Gladewater | 9.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ARP EL Arp | 8.2 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78753 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,334
Median Home Value
$344,100
Median Rent
$1,447/mo
Population
58,449
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
34.2%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
32.6
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| CROSSTIMBERS ACADEMY Weatherford, TX | 4.5 |
| JUDSON CARE ACADEMY Converse, TX | 4.5 |
| LONE STAR H S SOUTH Edinburg, TX | 4.5 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-EL PASO EASTPOINTE Lewisville, TX | 4.5 |
| RALLS H S Ralls, TX | 4.5 |
| BIG SANDY H S Big Sandy, TX | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Billy Moore
What grades does Billy Moore serve?
Billy Moore serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Billy Moore?
Billy Moore has an enrollment of approximately 140 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Billy Moore?
The student-teacher ratio at Billy Moore is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Billy Moore rank in TX?
Billy Moore ranks #6,966 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Billy Moore's MySchoolScout rating?
Billy Moore has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Billy Moore?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Billy Moore has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Billy Moore a charter school?
Yes, Billy Moore is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Billy Moore a Title I school?
No, Billy Moore is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 140
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Rusk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.9%
- Phone
- (512) 531-5500
Resources & Links
District
THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS)- District Enrollment
- 1,017
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,103
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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