ANDERSON HIGH SCHOOL
ANDERSON H S is a public high school that is part of the AUSTIN ISD school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 2,222 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 135 teachers, ANDERSON H S 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.
**Anderson High School**, located in the Northwest Hills neighborhood of Austin, Texas, is a prominent secondary school within the Austin Independent School District (AISD). Serving students in grades 9–12, the school is widely recognized for its strong academic reputation, comprehensive extracurricular programs, and a dedicated faculty committed to college and career readiness. It serves a diverse student body and is known for its rigorous International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which attracts families from across the district looking for advanced academic opportunities and global-minded curriculum.
Beyond its academic offerings, Anderson High School maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by a deep sense of school spirit and a history of success in athletics and the fine arts. The school, often referred to as the "Trojan Nation," boasts competitive sports teams, an award-winning marching band, and robust student organizations that foster community engagement. By balancing high academic standards with an inclusive environment, Anderson High remains a focal point of the Austin community, consistently preparing its graduates for success in higher education and their future professional pursuits.
For more information, contact ANDERSON H S at (512) 414-2538 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AUSTIN, TX 78759-8199
(512) 414-2538
ANDERSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in AUSTIN, TX with about 2,222 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- AUSTIN ISD
- Total Students:
- 2,222
- Teachers:
- 135.73
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- 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 2,222 students
- White
- 50.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 30.6%
- Asian
- 9.0%
- Black or African American
- 5.6%
- Two or more races
- 4.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 47.1%
- Male
- 52.9%
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.