AKINS HIGH SCHOOL

AKINS H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the AUSTIN ISD school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 2,765 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 164 teachers, AKINS 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.

Akins Early College High School, located in South Austin, Texas, is a comprehensive public secondary school serving the Austin Independent School District. As an "Early College High School," Akins distinguishes itself by offering students the unique opportunity to earn college credits—and in many cases, an associate degree—alongside their high school diploma through partnerships with local higher education institutions. The campus is known for its large, diverse student body and a wide array of extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive UIL athletics and fine arts programs to specialized Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways.

The school operates on a "small learning communities" model, organizing students into various career-focused academies such as Arts and Humanities, Business and Social Sciences, Health Science, and STEM. This structure is designed to provide a more personalized educational experience, helping students connect their classroom learning to future career goals. By blending rigorous academic preparation with vocational training and college-level coursework, Akins High School aims to ensure that its graduates are well-prepared for both the workforce and post-secondary academic success.

For more information, contact AKINS H S at (512) 841-9900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.