Austin State Hospital, formerly known until 1925 as the Texas State Lunatic Asylum, is a 299-bed psychiatric hospital located in Austin, Texas. It is the oldest psychiatric facility in the state of Texas, and the oldest continuously operating west of the Mississippi River.
Serving 20 students in grades 7-12, Austin St Hospital ranks in the top 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Austin St Hospital ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Austin St Hospital's student population of 20 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1861
School Rankings
Austin St Hospital ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin St Hospital is 0.73, which is more 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
#3311 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Black
15%
13%
White
35%
24%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Austin Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin St Hospital's ranking?
Austin St Hospital is ranked #3311 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Austin St Hospital?
20 students attend Austin St Hospital.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Austin St Hospital students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Austin St Hospital?
Austin St Hospital has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austin St Hospital offer ?
Austin St Hospital offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Austin St Hospital part of?
Austin St Hospital is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Austin St Hospital located?
Austin St Hospital is located in the Windsor Park neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Windsor Park.
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