Serving 23 students in grades 8-12, Leadership Academy 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 4:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 8-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- 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
Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Leadership Academy's student population of 23 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
23 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leadership Academy 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 Leadership Academy is 0.57, 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
#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
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
61%
54%
Black
22%
13%
White
13%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)<50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leadership Academy's ranking?
Leadership Academy 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).
What is the graduation rate of Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Leadership Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Leadership Academy?
23 students attend Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leadership Academy?
Leadership Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leadership Academy offer ?
Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Leadership Academy part of?
Leadership Academy is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Leadership Academy located?
Leadership 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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