Serving 3,677 students in grades 9-12, Lake Travis High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Travis High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lake Travis High School's student population of 3,677 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 208 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
208 teachers
Year Founded
1981
School Colors
White, Red, Silver
School Rankings
Lake Travis High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Travis High School is 0.53, 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
#1188 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
65%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Travis High School's ranking?
Lake Travis High School is ranked #1188 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lake Travis High School often compared to?
Lake Travis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake High School, Vandegrift High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Travis High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Travis High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lake Travis High School?
3,677 students attend Lake Travis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Lake Travis High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Travis High School?
Lake Travis High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Travis High School offer ?
Lake Travis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lake Travis High School part of?
Lake Travis High School is part of Lake Travis Independent School District.
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