Average
#3544 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 41% in state
O Henry Middle
Middle School · AUSTIN ISD
2610 W 10TH ST, Austin, TX 78703
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,544 of 8,552
In Austin
#96 of 241
public schools
In district
#42 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About O Henry Middle
O Henry Middle is a public middle school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. O Henry Middle serves approximately 691 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. O Henry Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,544 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for O Henry Middle show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at O Henry Middle 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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O Henry Middle — Students at O Henry Middle score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 7.6/10.
How O Henry Middle Compares
See how O Henry Middle 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
2610 W 10TH ST, Austin, TX 78703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O Henry Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HILL COUNTRY MIDDLE (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LONG-VIEW MICRO SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CASA MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Austin | 0.6 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 0.8 mi | — |
| AUSTIN H S Austin | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| MATHEWS EL Austin | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| RAWSON-SAUNDERS-AUSTIN AREA SCHOOL FOR DYSLEXICS Austin | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CASIS EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| AUSTIN ST HOSPITAL Austin | 1.4 mi | — |
| LONG-VIEW MICRO SCHOOL Austin | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| HEADWATERS SCHOOL Austin | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HEADWATERS SCHOOL Austin | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| BRYKER WOODS EL Austin | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ADULT TRANSITION SERVICES Austin | 1.9 mi | — |
| THE AUSTIN SCHOOL FOR PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS Austin | 1.9 mi | — |
| UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN H S Austin | 1.9 mi | 3.1 |
| YPW SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL West Lake Hills | 1.9 mi | — |
| BARTON HILLS EL Austin | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| HILL COUNTRY MIDDLE Austin | 2.0 mi | 9.4 |
| ZILKER EL Austin | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| KIRBY HALL SCHOOL Austin | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,637
Median Home Value
$1,353,500
Median Rent
$2,217/mo
Population
22,484
College Educated
84%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O Henry Middle
What grades does O Henry Middle serve?
O Henry Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend O Henry Middle?
O Henry Middle has an enrollment of approximately 691 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O Henry Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at O Henry Middle is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O Henry Middle rank in TX?
O Henry Middle ranks #3,544 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is O Henry Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
O Henry Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 O Henry Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O Henry Middle has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is O Henry Middle a charter school?
No, O Henry Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O Henry Middle a Title I school?
No, O Henry Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O Henry Middle?
27.6% of students at O Henry Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 691
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (512) 414-3229
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #42 of 118
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