Very Good
#241 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 27% of private schools
St Michael's Catholic Academy
High School
3000 BARTON CREEK BLVD, Austin, TX 78735
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#241 of 883
In Austin
#16 of 57
public schools
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About St Michael's Catholic Academy
St Michael's Catholic Academy is a private high school in Austin, TX. St Michael's Catholic Academy serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michael's Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #241 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, St Michael's Catholic Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Michael's Catholic Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Michael's Catholic Academy compares to 66 public schools serving similar grades in Austin, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Michael's Catholic Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| WESTLAKE H S | 9.1 |
| HILL COUNTRY MIDDLE | 9.4 |
| ADULT TRANSITION SERVICES | — |
| LAKE TRAVIS H S | 7.4 |
| RICHARDS SCH FOR YOUNG WOMEN LEADERS | 7.4 |
| AUSTIN H S | 7.1 |
| CROCKETT ECHS | 5.3 |
| BOWIE H S | 7.8 |
| AUSTIN ST HOSPITAL | — |
| AUSTIN OAKS | — |
| TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF | 4.2 |
| UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN H S | 3.1 |
| TNC CAMPUS (TEXAS NEUROREHABILITATION CENTER) | 4.9 |
| TRAVIS COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER | 4.7 |
| LEADERSHIP ACADEMY | — |
| TRAVIS COUNTY J J A E P | — |
| VANDEGRIFT H S | 8.4 |
| TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED | 3.0 |
| GRADUATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 4.3 |
| TRAVIS EARLY COLLEGE H S | 3.8 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3000 BARTON CREEK BLVD, Austin, TX 78735
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Michael's Catholic Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WESTLAKE H S (rated 9.1/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANDREWS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FUSION ACADEMY AUS: AUSTIN (rated 6.4/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST GABRIEL'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| WEST RIDGE MIDDLE Austin | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| BARTON CREEK EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| WONDERWELL Austin | 2.2 mi | — |
| REGENTS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| ST ANDREWS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| LAKE POINTE EL Austin | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| OAK HILL EL Austin | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
| VALLEY VIEW EL Austin | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| FOREST TRAIL EL Austin | 3.3 mi | 9.2 |
| AUSTIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 3.8 mi | 5.4 |
| FUSION ACADEMY AUS: AUSTIN Austin | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTLAKE H S Austin | 3.7 mi | 9.1 |
| SMALL MIDDLE Austin | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| PATTON EL Austin | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| EANES EL Austin | 3.8 mi | 9.2 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BEE CAVE Austin | 3.9 mi | — |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN West Lake Hills | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| AUSTIN WALDORF SCHOOL Austin | 4.5 mi | 6.9 |
| YPW SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL West Lake Hills | 4.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,216
Median Home Value
$791,900
Median Rent
$1,930/mo
Population
20,112
College Educated
73.4%
Homeownership
47.4%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
37.7
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| CLIFTON H S Clifton, TX | 7.1 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - CARROLLTON Carrollton, TX | 7.1 |
| HONDO H S Hondo, TX | 7.1 |
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| INFINITY EARLY COLLEGE H S Porter, TX | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Michael's Catholic Academy
What grades does St Michael's Catholic Academy serve?
St Michael's Catholic Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Michael's Catholic Academy?
St Michael's Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michael's Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Michael's Catholic Academy is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Michael's Catholic Academy rank in TX?
St Michael's Catholic Academy ranks #241 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Michael's Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Michael's Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Michael's Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, St Michael's Catholic Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Michael's Catholic Academy a religious school?
St Michael's Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Travis County
- Phone
- (512) 328-2323
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