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Travis High School

Public | 9-12 | 1470 students

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Posted September 6, 2011

I don't know what Travis was like in 2005 but it sure seems that it has changed. I'm a freshman at Travis, and I actually really like it! It is not ghetto at all. I was actually afraid it was going to be a bad school, but it is not at all. Also, meeting new people is so easy! I love it there! The teachers really do try to talk to parents, and theyn really care about the students! Once a rebel? ALWAYS A REBEL ! :D
—Submitted by a student


Posted July 13, 2010

It's sad to see that Travis has a three, I currently attend this school and i have for the last two years I can honestly say this school has brought out the best in me, for the first time in so many years I'm on the first Honor Roll and I actually look forward to going to school. I even got a transfer so I didn't have to go to a different school. I'm Proud to say I'm a REBEL(:
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 4, 2009

I appreciate the way that the separate academies allow the students to focus on the things that interest them.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 17, 2009

As a freshman student here in Travis, I think its a very very good school. I love it. The teachers cared about us. There's a lot of after school programs that I can go to. The teachers are really nice too because they give individuals attention.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 24, 2008

Well my child will be graduate in 2009, not so bad school, it's what u make of it!!! Every school has its problems, it all depends on the indivual(student)!!! Go Rebels so keep sending me newsletters!!! Very envolved parents
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 20, 2007

There are amazing teachers there and a lot of things to do after school. There are some teachers who dont really care or help you. But there are those that care about you and want you to be anything, there are those that are so nice and inspire you, and dont let you put yourself down, and are there to talk to and even get tutoring. It isnt a very diverse school, and there are a lot of bad kids, but to be honest, its a high school, and nothing is perfect. The teachers are my facvourite part of Travis, and its no ones fault that there are unmotivated students there. And I feel that its only improving ever since we got a principal that really is trying to change things.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 20, 2007

I would not recommend this to any parent who want a good education for their children. To be able to succeed in life schools need to be consistent across the board with education - that is not the case at this school - the bar is lowered very low to accomoodate all. Biggest mistake we ever made was transfering our kid to this school. This was in 2005
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 10, 2005

There is not sufficient parent involement at this school. The teachers are for the most part quality educators. There are a majority of teachers that do not follow instructions, do not know how to spell, do not return phone calls and are arguementative and rude.
—Submitted by a staff


Posted September 13, 2005

This school is overcrowded and the students get lost in the shuffle.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 16, 2005

very good school, comfortable, friendly atmosphere excellent staff
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 7, 2005

Travis is a GREAT school were you can find diversity within all areas.....
—Submitted by a former student


Posted March 30, 2005

Travis does not have a very active parent base but they do have a very cohesive, tightknit faculty that know the students well and really care for them. The teachers are wonderful.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 5, 2004

ima student there and im very unimpressed. the school is falling apart every time it rains a piece of the ceiling falls down in the halls. not big enough for how many it has. some teachers dont have a classroom they just roll around there curriculem on wheels from class to class.
—Submitted by a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 70% in 2011.

331 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
58%

2010

 
 
52%

2009

 
 
53%

2008

 
 
44%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

351 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
77%

2008

 
 
69%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2011.

253 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
76%

2008

 
 
68%
Math

The state average for Math was 74% in 2011.

246 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
66%

2009

 
 
54%

2008

 
 
40%
Science

The state average for Science was 76% in 2011.

241 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
59%

2009

 
 
46%

2008

 
 
47%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 93% in 2011.

244 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
79%

2008

 
 
78%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 95% in 2011.

244 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
76%
Math

The state average for Math was 90% in 2011.

237 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
65%

2008

 
 
63%
Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2011.

239 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
73%

2008

 
 
63%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 99% in 2011.

244 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
84%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students58%
Female55%
Male61%
Black or African American50%
Asiann/a
Hispanic59%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White60%
Economically disadvantaged56%
Not economically disadvantaged79%
Special education25%
Not special education59%
Limited English proficient (LEP)34%
Proficient in English63%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant57%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students80%
Female82%
Male78%
Black or African American77%
Asiann/a
Hispanic81%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White80%
Economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education59%
Not special education81%
Limited English proficient (LEP)50%
Proficient in English86%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant79%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

English Language Arts

All Students76%
Female81%
Male72%
Black or African American70%
Asiann/a
Hispanic76%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White88%
Economically disadvantaged76%
Not economically disadvantaged78%
Special education39%
Not special education79%
Limited English proficient (LEP)40%
Proficient in English86%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant76%
Gifted/talented100%

Math

All Students63%
Female59%
Male68%
Black or African American64%
Asiann/a
Hispanic63%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White63%
Economically disadvantaged64%
Not economically disadvantaged55%
Special education29%
Not special education66%
Limited English proficient (LEP)39%
Proficient in English68%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant63%
Gifted/talented74%

Science

All Students61%
Female55%
Male67%
Black or African American67%
Asiann/a
Hispanic59%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White86%
Economically disadvantaged60%
Not economically disadvantaged68%
Special education36%
Not special education63%
Limited English proficient (LEP)24%
Proficient in English72%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant61%
Gifted/talented91%

Social Studies

All Students89%
Female87%
Male92%
Black or African American91%
Asiann/a
Hispanic89%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Special education88%
Not special education89%
Limited English proficient (LEP)67%
Proficient in English96%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

English Language Arts

All Students90%
Female92%
Male88%
Black or African American92%
Asian20%
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special education93%
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)63%
Proficient in English96%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talented100%

Math

All Students87%
Female91%
Male82%
Black or African American96%
Asian40%
Hispanic87%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Special education83%
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)68%
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant87%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students86%
Female86%
Male86%
Black or African American78%
Asian20%
Hispanic88%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education75%
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)59%
Proficient in English92%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant86%
Gifted/talented100%

Social Studies

All Students97%
Female97%
Male96%
Black or African American100%
Asian20%
Hispanic98%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged96%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)80%
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant97%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Academically Unacceptable".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 82% 48%
Black 12% 14%
White 4% 34%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 17%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 5%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 26%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 79%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 5%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 33%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 22%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 17%N/A23%
21 or more years 22%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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1211 E Oltorf St
Austin, TX 78704
Phone: (512) 414-2527

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