Serving 169 students in grades 7-12, The East Austin College Prep At Mlk 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The East Austin College Prep At Mlk ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The East Austin College Prep At Mlk's student population of 169 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
169 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The East Austin College Prep At Mlk 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 The East Austin College Prep At Mlk is 0.19, 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
#7690 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
90%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
2%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The East Austin College Prep At Mlk's ranking?
The East Austin College Prep At Mlk is ranked #7690 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of The East Austin College Prep At Mlk?
The graduation rate of The East Austin College Prep At Mlk is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend The East Austin College Prep At Mlk?
169 students attend The East Austin College Prep At Mlk.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of The East Austin College Prep At Mlk students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The East Austin College Prep At Mlk?
The East Austin College Prep At Mlk has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does The East Austin College Prep At Mlk offer ?
The East Austin College Prep At Mlk offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is The East Austin College Prep At Mlk part of?
The East Austin College Prep At Mlk is part of Valere School District.
In what neighborhood is The East Austin College Prep At Mlk located?
The East Austin College Prep At Mlk is located in the Pecan Springs Springdale neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Pecan Springs Springdale.
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