Austin High School is a public high school in Austin, Minnesota, United States. It is part of Austin Public Schools, established in 1857. The home of the Packers, the school has over 1,250 students; AHS prides itself on having strong academics, athletics, and fine arts.
Serving 111 students in grades 6-12, Austin Online Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota 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 Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Austin Online Academy's student population of 111 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1869
Colors
White, Scarlet
School Rankings
The diversity score of Austin Online Academy is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
13:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
77%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Packers
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Austin Online Academy?
The graduation rate of Austin Online Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Austin Online Academy?
111 students attend Austin Online Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Austin Online Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Austin Online Academy?
Austin Online Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Austin Online Academy offer ?
Austin Online Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Austin Online Academy part of?
Austin Online Academy is part of Austin Public School District.
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