The Griffin School is a rigorous college preparatory high school in Austin’s Hyde Park neighborhood. Griffin students receive a well-rounded liberal arts education that prepares them to be engaged thinkers, communicators and creators. Small classes allow for tailored instruction and meaningful discussion. A deep respect for students’ individuality and freedom of expression helps young learners to grow and thrive both in and outside the classroom.
In addition to high-level academics, Griffin is home to one of the city’s most competitive fine arts programs. The school offers intensive courses in creative writing, painting and fashion. Weekly art workshops run the gamut from podcasting and weaving to songwriting. Students can take private music lessons, participate in full-scale theater productions or realize their own artistic visions. Graduates often go on to top art colleges.
When they aren’t making art or absorbed in scholarly pursuits, you can find Griffin students playing team sports, enjoying activities like rock climbing, warrior arts and yoga or out in the community while fulfilling the school’s service-learning requirement.
Challenging academics paired with a myriad of opportunities for exploration make the Griffin School a leading choice for private education in central Austin.
Griffin School
Private High School
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Grade 9-12
5001 Evans Ave,
Austin, TX
160
Students
A+
School Details
Head of School
Adam Wilson
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Average SAT Score
1330
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.74
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$24,000
Niche Grade
A+
A
A+
A+
A+
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.74
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers
40
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Full Time Teachers
25
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Part Time Teachers
15
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1330
Math
640
Verbal
690
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Average ACT
29
Math
27
English
30
Reading
31
Science
29
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Number of AP Courses
20
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AP Pass Rate
87%
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AP Math Enrollment
Very High
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AP Science Enrollment
Very High
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Other AP Enrollment
Very High
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Four-Year Matriculation Rate
96%
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Average
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Boys Athletic Participation
Low
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
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Female
54.3%
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Male
45.7%
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White
72.2%
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Hispanic
13.9%
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Asian
7.3%
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Black
4%
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Native American
1.3%
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.3%
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School Rankings
#4
Best HS for the Arts in Texas
#36
Best Private HS in Texas
#62
Best College Prep Private High Schools in Texas
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Texas - Austin
47 Students
St. Edward's University
19 Students
Southwestern University
19 Students
Trinity University
18 Students
Rice University
17 Students
Texas A&M University
15 Students
Lewis & Clark College
14 Students
Brown University
13 Students
Cornell University
12 Students
Georgetown University
12 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology
21 Students
Business
14 Students
English
13 Students
Drama and Theatre Production
13 Students
Political Science and Government
12 Students
International Relations
11 Students
Biology
10 Students
History
9 Students
Computer Science
8 Students
Game Design and Interactive Media
8 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
9/5/2023
Griffin is a gem and I am so thrilled tonhave discovered it just in time for high school. Griffin really is a place for you to be yourself while providing both a creative and rigourous environment for learning. Two thumbs up!!
7/11/2018
I have only the highest admiration and respect for Adam and Caroline and the guiding principles they set for this school. They are consistently responsive to our questions and concerns. Our son is a graduating senior whose Griffin experience exceeded our already-high expectations. Initially we chose Griffin for him because we felt he needed a nurturing, non-judgmental environment in which he could feel comfortable being himself. We were amazed by how much he matured, especially socially, during his freshman year. He took an unprecedented level of responsibility and initiative to get his work done without our involvement, thanks largely to The Study Hall period, which allowed him to get most of his homework done & freed up his evening at home, eliminating a source of family stress. Today he is a young, responsible adult. Our daughter has completed her freshman year @ Griffin and has had an equally positive experience; we expect her to continue to flourish as well.
12/16/2014
This school goes out of their way to make sure each student has all the resources they need and more. There is college prep class, essential skills, and SAT prep class. Tutoring and office hours are also very easy for students to get. Parents are always involved with the school, and we have a new building so the condition of the building is fantastic.
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Griffin School is a private school for students in grades 9-12 located at 5001 Evans Ave in Austin, TX. Annual tuition is $24,000. The school has a total enrollment of 160 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Griffin School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.74, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1330 and an ACT score of 29. Discover additional schools in the area, like Academy of Thought and Industry at Austin, St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Huntington-Surrey School, and more. Learn more about what Austin has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Griffin School.