L.C. Anderson High School is a public high school located in the city of Austin, Texas, United States. It is a part of the Austin Independent School District.
Serving 2,223 students in grades 9-12, Anderson High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Anderson High School's student population of 2,223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,223 students
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anderson High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1955 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
30%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
53%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Austin Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson High School's ranking?
Anderson High School is ranked #1955 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anderson High School?
The graduation rate of Anderson High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Anderson High School?
2,223 students attend Anderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Anderson High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson High School?
Anderson High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anderson High School offer ?
Anderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Anderson High School part of?
Anderson High School is part of Austin Independent School District.
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