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🏫 Your guide to Austin school districts

A group of people stand in a parking lot in front of Lehman High, as seen from above.
Hays CISD has roughly two dozen schools, including Lehman High School. | Photo provided by Hays CISD.
The Austin metro area has dozens of school districts and ~300,000 students. We’re giving you the 411 on enrollment, student-teacher ratio, tuition, and more for the area’s major school districts. But don’t worry, there won’t be any homework.

Before we dive in, here are four fast facts about schools in the Capital City:
Austin ISD
  • Number of schools: 116
  • Number of students: ~73,380
  • Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
  • No. 69 school district in Texas
  • 89% graduation rate
Eanes ISD
  • Number of schools: 9
  • Number of students: ~7,830
  • Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
  • No. 1 best school district in Texas
  • 99% graduation rate
An aerial image of Lake Travis High School.

Lake Travis ISD is considered one of the best school districts in the state for high school athletes.

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Photo by Rob Greebon for Lake Travis ISD

Hays CISD
  • Number of schools: 24
  • Number of students: ~20,320
  • Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
  • No. 349 most diverse school district in Texas
  • 90% graduation rate
Lake Travis ISD
  • Number of schools: 22
  • Number of students: ~11,400
  • Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
  • No. 23 best school district in Texas for athletes
  • 98% graduation rate
 
Asked
 

What is the average public school student to teacher ratio in the US?
A. 10:1
B. 15:1
C. 17:1
D. 25:1
 
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Events
 
Tuesday, April 18
  • Morning Glories | Tuesday, April 18-Tuesday, May 16 | 10-11 a.m. | Moody Amphitheater, 1401 Trinity St., Austin | Free | This early childhood education series promotes literacy and cultural learning — this week is nature-themed.
  • Widespread Panic | Tuesday, April 18-Saturday, April 22 | Times vary | ACL Live, 310 W. Willie Nelson Blvd., Austin | $70-$127 | The three-decade-old band will perform their best hits over six nights at ACL Live.
Wednesday, April 19
  • Maria Bamford | Wednesday, Apr. 19 | 7 p.m. | Stateside at The Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave., Austin | $35 | The comedian is known for sharing experiences with mental illness.
  • Heller Awards for Young Artists | Wednesday, Apr. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Dell Hall, 701 W. Riverside Dr., Austin | $40-$215 | Celebrate high school musical theatre programs in the Greater Austin area.
Thursday, April 20
  • Third Thursdays | Thursday, Apr. 20 | 5 p.m. | Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave., Austin | Free | Check out the museum after hours at this event featuring the Art of Texas State Parks exhibit.
  • Tales on the Trail: Equity in Green Spaces | Thursday, Apr. 20 | 6 p.m. | Moody Amphitheater, 1401 Trinity St., Austin | Free | Learn about Austin’s green spaces and how their accessibility have changed throughout history.
Friday, April 21
  • Austin Reggae Festival 2023 | Friday, Apr. 21-Sunday, Apr. 23 | Times vary | Auditorium Shores, 900 W. Riverside Dr., Austin | $15-$370 | This outdoor concert brings together some of the best artists in the genre.
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Rebel Rabbit, the first federally legal cannabis seltzer, is celebrating two years of business

A frothy can of seltzer being opened.
Crack open a good time.  | Photo by Rebel Rabbit
A relaxing, tasty sipping experience with none of the hangover? We’re in. This spring, we’re sipping on Rebel Rabbit’s cannabis-infused seltzer.

Founded in 2021 in Greenville, SC (hey, GVLtoday), Rebel Rabbit’s mission is to create products that lead to a more balanced life. Their all-natural, high-quality seltzer is designed for anyone looking to cut back on alcohol (and all its negative effects) while still maintaining that elevated experience you get from sipping on an exquisitely crafted drink.

So, what’s on the menu? Rebel Rabbit’s seltzers are available in:
  • Varying concentrations: Wild Hare (10 mg) and Mild Hare (5 mg)
  • Fun flavors: Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange, and Lemon Lime
Bonus: Shop online or find Rebel Rabbit locally at Reliv Organix (11410 Menchaca Rd.). We can’t think of a better way to celebrate 4/20.*
Please note: Rebel Rabbit advises consumers to read the company’s terms & conditions, consult a physician before trying products, start only with small amounts, and to not consume Delta-8 or Delta-9 before driving or before a drug test. The information about providers and services contained in this newsletter does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by ATXtoday.
 
News Notes
 
Development
  • Parmer Gateway, a 1,076-unit apartment complex, is headed to Northeast Austin near Samsung’s semiconductor factory. The first stages of the workforce housing development are expected to break ground in May. (Austin Business Journal)
  • Although the building housing Daniel Johnston’s beloved “Hi, How Are You” mural was demolished over the weekend, the mural itself has been preserved. See the image of Jeremiah the Innocent at 21st and Guadalupe streets. (KXAN)
Edu
  • UT Austin will receive $7 million in donations to create an endowment for staff, internships, and initiatives for its Landmarks public art program. The program is behind 50+ public works of art on the campus, including “Monochrome for Austin,” a 55-ft tall sculpture of boats. (Austin American-Statesman)
Civic
  • The free Zilker Shuttle service will return this Saturday, May 27 and run until September. Catch the bus to Zilker Park on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays at 505 Barton Springs Rd.
  • The City of Austin’s Office of Civil Rights will host a Fair Housing Conference next week. Stop by the Norris Conference Center on Wednesday, April 26 to learn from experts about fair housing history in ATX, creating communities of opportunity, and current legal standings.
Closing
Announced
  • The Moody Center may just be transformed into “Fields of Gold” this fall. Iconic rock artist Sting will perform on Sunday, September 17 alongside Joe Sumner. Get tickets starting this Friday, April 21 at 10 a.m.
Wellness
  • ICYMI, KetoCon 2023 is happening this weekend (Friday, April 21- Sunday, April 23) at The Palmer Event Center. The weekend will feature 70+ speakers with specialty panels addressing Ancestral Diets and Regenerative Agriculture, live podcasting, celebrity meet and greets, and so much more. Grab tickets and use code ATXTODAY to get $50 off a three-day general admission pass.*
Travel
  • What trip would be worth leaving Austin? For City Editor London, it’s the Redwood Forests of California — to hike among ancient trees. Sign up for Going to get notified when flight prices drop so you can book your dream trip and feel great about it. Join for free.
Shop
  • This wedding season make sure to shower the happy couple with the perfect gift. Our online store (Six & Main) features presents such as dinner napkins by Willow Ship and celebratory cards by Joy Paper Co. Start shopping.
 
 
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🌟 Dim the lights
The night sky with visible bands of the Milky Way.
There’s more colors out there than navy. | Photo by Jeremy Thomas via Unsplash
Saturday, April 15 kicked off International Dark Sky Week, an initiative to combat light pollution in cities all over the world. Do you want to see stars over our city — even downtown? Follow these recommendations from the International Dark Sky Association.

Find local stargazing events. Consider supporting the Austin Astronomical Society and Texas Parks & Wildlife’s Dark Skies program. Or, plan a trip to your nearest Dark Site and tag us on Instagram (@ATXtoday) with your view of the night sky. Bonus: The Lyrid meteor shower peaks April 19-April 22.

Help measure night sky brightness as a “citizen-scientist” with Globe at Night.

Inventory your home lighting by following the IDA checklist — it could be as easy as pointing an upward-facing light towards the ground.
 
The Wrap
 
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From the editor
I spent the weekend visiting family in the Texas Hill Country, and it’s looking pretty beautiful out there right now. My trip made me curious — where are your favorite nearby places to get out of the city for a day or two?

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? We’re breaking down the Austin Fire Department’s report on Winter Storm Mara.
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