Stephen F. Austin High School is a true institution, more than 130 years old, with deep traditions and a strong sense of school pride.
The school has relocated seven times since the original campus opened its doors in 1881. Austin High is said to be one of the oldest public high schools west of the Mississippi, and one of the very first in the state of Texas. Located near downtown Austin along the Colorado River, Austin High boasts roughly 2,300 students in ninth through 12th grades.
Because the campus is bordered by the river to the south and a controlled-access stretch of Cesar Chavez Street to the north, the school grounds feel secluded, like a suburban academic oasis in the middle of the city.
The list of notable alumni is long and varied, from sports legends Ben Crenshaw and Don Baylor to local guitar heroes Gary Clark Jr. and Shakey Graves. Former first daughters Barbara and Jenna Bush are also graduates of Austin High School.
More than 350 National Merit Semifinalists have matriculated here, and Austin High School is known for a strong college-prep curriculum. The school has renowned athletic programs and facilities. Students can also choose to participate in extracurricular activities such as world-class fine arts and music programs, the Red Dragon Players theater company, multicultural clubs and Model UN, and a student culinary society.
Austin High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
1715 W Cesar Chavez St,
Austin, TX
Austin Independent School District
School Details
Head of School
Ms Amy Taylor
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
45%
Reading Proficiency
67%
Average GPA
3.42
Graduation Rate
93%
Niche Grade
A-
A-
A-
C
D+
C+
B-
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.42
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
45%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
127
Full Time Teachers
127
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
600
Verbal
630
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
27
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
22
AP Pass Rate
79.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
English
27%
State Average
16%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
472:1
Student Diversity
Male
51.1%
Female
48.9%
White
53.8%
Hispanic
35.6%
Two or more races
5%
Black
2.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.5%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Texas - Austin
512 Students
Texas State University
314 Students
Texas A&M University
269 Students
Rice University
139 Students
St. Edward's University
128 Students
Baylor University
125 Students
Texas Tech University
121 Students
University of Colorado Boulder
117 Students
University of Arkansas
115 Students
University of Houston
104 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
230 Students
Psychology
136 Students
Biology
94 Students
Marketing
67 Students
Political Science and Government
64 Students
Communications
64 Students
Nursing
60 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
57 Students
Environmental Science
53 Students
Finance
51 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/20/2025
I think overall it is a fine school. There are a lot of good teachers that care about what they do and care about making sure the students are prepared for AP tests, college, etc, but the admins are not involved. I hardly know my counselor and they don't care about different programs or to listen to teachers (especially elective teachers). It's really frustrating and I wish it felt like there was more of a community and each student had more of a support system at school.
2/4/2025
out of all three high schools i have been to Austin high has felt the most inclusive and the most welcoming space. At Austin high i want to be there and the environment provides that, with the security guards greeting you each morning to the widely ranging groups of people.
11/11/2024
My overall experience was good. This school had helped me grow my mindset and make good decisions. I barely had any bad experiences here.
GreatSchools Reviews
10/10/2024
A few safety issues. For a long period of time the front door was unlocked at all times, the lock did not work. My main concern is that it is well known that random people not attending the school can come in and walk around for hours without being noticed by staff. I attended for four years and the...
8/16/2024
The administration at Austin High refuses to take responsibility when they make mistakes and send a teenager into a suicidal crisis. Their anti-bullying policies are in place to protect the administration, rather than the students it is meant to protect. The school PTA is led by privileged tarry tow...
2/9/2023
Pretty decent school did not have any negative experiences during my time here :D
5/19/2022
at this school, I have constantly gotten bullied and the teachers are really rude I had heard this was a bad school and know i know it relly is also the sped ed program is a waste of time trust me ur gonna wanna get out the first year u can i have had pepole hurt me and there are fights all the time
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Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$1,208,542
Median Lot Size
5,662 Sq Ft
% Renters
67%
Average Household Income
$135,693
% of College Grads
85.3%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
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Austin High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Austin, TX and is served by the Austin Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,381 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 45% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Austin High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.42, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1230 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $1,208,542. Discover additional schools in the area, like University of Texas at Austin H.S., The University of Texas at Austin International High School, Garza Independence High School, and more. Learn more about what Austin has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Austin High School.