Serving 112 students in grades 9-12, Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland's student population of 112 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland 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 Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland is 0.43, 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
#4702 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
15%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland's ranking?
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland is ranked #4702 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland?
The graduation rate of Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland?
112 students attend Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland?
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland offer ?
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland part of?
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland is part of Cedars International Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland located?
Cedars Academy Next Generation H S At Highland is located in the Highland neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Highland.
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