AUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL
Austin High School is a public high school that is part of the Decatur City school district, located in Decatur, AL with about 1,477 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 89 teachers, Austin High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Austin High School, located at 1625 Danville Rd SW in Decatur, Alabama, is a prominent secondary institution serving the Decatur City Schools district. As one of the primary high schools in the area, it offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career readiness. The school fosters a diverse learning environment and places a strong emphasis on balancing rigorous coursework with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts, and various student-led organizations that encourage community involvement and school spirit.
Beyond its academic offerings, Austin High School is recognized for its commitment to developing well-rounded students through a supportive faculty and a culture of achievement. The school serves as a central hub for the local community, maintaining active parent and teacher associations to ensure collaborative success. By utilizing modern facilities and integrating evolving educational technologies, Austin High aims to equip its student body with the critical thinking and interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing global society.
For more information, contact Austin High School at (256) 552-3060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Decatur, AL 35601-5462
(256) 552-3060
AUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Decatur, AL with about 1,477 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Alabama
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Decatur City
- Total Students:
- 1,477
- Teachers:
- 89
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,477 students
- White
- 35.8%
- Black or African American
- 34.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 24.7%
- Two or more races
- 2.6%
- Asian
- 1.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.7%
- Male
- 51.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.