Lago Vista High School is a public high school located in the city of Lago Vista, Texas, USA and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Lago Vista Independent School District located in western Travis County.
Serving 676 students in grades 9-12, Lago Vista High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lago Vista High School's student population of 676 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
676 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Rankings
Lago Vista High School 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 Lago Vista High School is 0.51, 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
#5865 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
64%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lago Vista High School's ranking?
Lago Vista High School is ranked #5865 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lago Vista High School often compared to?
Lago Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Travis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lago Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Lago Vista High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lago Vista High School?
676 students attend Lago Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lago Vista High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lago Vista High School?
Lago Vista High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lago Vista High School offer ?
Lago Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lago Vista High School part of?
Lago Vista High School is part of Lago Vista Independent School District.
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