VANDEGRIFT H S

2,658 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Vandegrift High School, located in the Four Points area of Austin, Texas, is a prestigious public secondary school serving students in grades 9–12 within the Leander Independent School District. Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school consistently earns high state ratings and offers an extensive array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and specialized career and technical education programs. Its academic culture is heavily supported by a dedicated faculty and a community that places a strong emphasis on college readiness and student achievement.

Beyond the classroom, Vandegrift is widely recognized for its high-performing extracurricular programs, most notably its award-winning fine arts department and competitive athletic teams. The school’s marching band, the "Vandegrift High School Legions," has earned national acclaim, frequently appearing in top-tier competitions. With a robust selection of clubs, organizations, and spirit-focused activities, the school fosters a comprehensive high school experience that balances academic excellence with significant opportunities for leadership and personal development, making it one of the most sought-after campuses in the region.

2,658

Total Students

164.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

7.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for VANDEGRIFT H S
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,562
Hispanic	444
Black	87
Asian	412
Two or More	142
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	8

White
1,562 (58.8 %)
Hispanic
444 (16.7 %)
Asian
412 (15.5 %)
Two or More
142 (5.3 %)
Black
87 (3.3 %)
Pacific Islander
8 (0.3 %)
American Indian
3 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	LEANDER ISD
Phone:	(512)570-2300
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,658
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	164.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	164
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	32

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 621

Grade 10 636

Grade 11 702

Grade 12 699