Travis Early College High School is a high school located in south Austin, Texas, United States, which is part of the Austin Independent School District. It was opened in 1953 and is named after William B. Travis, who was one of the commanding officers at the Battle of the Alamo.
Serving 69 students in grades 9-12, Graduation Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Graduation Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Graduation Preparatory Academy's student population of 69 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
69 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1953
Colors
Red & grey
School Rankings
Graduation Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Graduation Preparatory Academy is 0.25, 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
#5531 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
86%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
9%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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: Rebel
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graduation Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Graduation Preparatory Academy is ranked #5531 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Graduation Preparatory Academy?
69 students attend Graduation Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Graduation Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Graduation Preparatory Academy?
Graduation Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Graduation Preparatory Academy offer ?
Graduation Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Graduation Preparatory Academy part of?
Graduation Preparatory Academy is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Graduation Preparatory Academy located?
Graduation Preparatory Academy is located in the Greater South River City neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Greater South River City.
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